Akron Children's

Scheduling Coordinator

Akron Children's  •  Akron, OH (Onsite)  •  11 hours ago
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Job Description

Full Time (40 hours per week)

M-F (Must be able to work as early as 7:00am and as late as 6:00pm)

Includes working a Saturday from 8:00am to 12:00 noon approximately every 5 weeks

The scheduling coordinator role is responsible for coordinating services between patient's needs and availability. The role handles complex appointment requests and requires extensive telephone communication, customer interface, and the ability to handle multiple priorities while working independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

  1. Enters and validates medical, demographic, insurance, and financial data in a timely manner in the appropriate system, along with creating accurate appointments.
  2. Provides support and back up assistance as deemed necessary.
  3. Handles a wide variety of patient inquiries regarding physicians and services.
  4. Identifies the need for and accurately schedules interpreter services.
  5. Meets productivity and quality standards as stipulated by departmental goals.
  6. Functions as an integrated team member and works collaboratively with other staff across the system to improve patient experience.
  7. Maintains a clean and organized work area.
  8. Will be cross-trained to perform other duties as assigned.

Technical Expertise

  • Demonstrated ability to use PCs (and toggle between multiple applications), MS office, and multi-line phone experience preferred. Epic software experience is preferred.
  • Keyboarding/data entry skills required.
  • Organization skills with attention to detail required.
  • Notable client service, communication, and relationship building skills required.
  • Ability to function both independently and as a team player in a fast-paced environment required.
  • Must have strong written and verbal communication skills and excellent spelling.

Education and Experience

    • High school diploma or GED required.
    • Minimum 2 years of experience in patient registration, scheduling, and/or customer service is required.
    • Basic knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.

Full Time

FTE: 1.000000

Status: Remote

Akron Children's

About Akron Children's

More Than a Job. It’s loving what you do - and why you do it.

Akron Children’s Hospital is ranked among the best pediatric hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, but it’s our compassionate approach to treatment that sets us apart. It’s creating special high-fives. Thinking of new ways to spark a smile. Holding hands to offer comfort. And working to get a giggle that brightens a room.

The minute you walk into Akron Children’s, you can sense that people here love what they do. From visits with the Doggie Brigade, to the balloons and smiles in the halls, the sights and sounds are all about one thing: the children.

We are the largest pediatric healthcare system in Northern Ohio and one of the fastest growing in the country. Akron Children’s has two hospital campuses in Northeast Ohio: one in Akron and the other in Boardman in the Mahoning Valley. With two hospital campuses, regional health centers and more than 50 primary and specialty care locations throughout Ohio, we’re making it easier for today’s busy families - regardless of where they live - to find the high-quality care they need.

No matter which of our locations you choose, you’ll see that when you give the most, you get more—support, rewards and satisfaction.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

It’s making the most of your days.

Our passion is felt every day in the way people care at every level. Whether you are working with children face-to-face, or behind the scenes supporting the care and services we deliver, you impact futures.

Visit us and see why it’s more than just a place to work. It’s a family.

Apply today at careers.akronchildrens.org.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Akron, Ohio
Year Founded
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