Lead Scheduler (Glenwood Springs Office)

Company: Aspen Valley Hospital
Location: Basalt
Posted on: January 8, 2022

Job Description:

Company Overview:Embrace the adventure of a career at Aspen Valley Hospital. Aspen Valley Hospital is a twenty-five-bed community hospital that represents the best of two worlds - the warmth and friendliness of a small town and the technical expertise of a major medical center. Our award-winning hospital, nestled in the heart of Aspen, CO, includes a team of more than 500 people dedicated to making a difference for our patients, families, and community. Nationally we are recognized for providing some of the most exceptional patient care of any hospital across the country.AVH supports vaccinations as the evidence-based and most effective means for our community and country to put COVID-19 behind us and to avoid unnecessary hospitalizations and deaths. In order to better care for our community, as of 10/31/21, AVH requires COVID-19 Vaccination for all Staff.This Position Offers:Highly competitive pay, comprehensive benefits package (including generous PTO, health insurance within your first 30 days, retirement), being part of a very cohesive & supportive team, and four of North America's top ski resorts at your doorstep.Job Overview:Scheduling Lead will work at the Glenwood Springs location, as assigned by the Patient Access Director. The Scheduling Lead is responsible for training, daily review of work, providing feedback and department expectations of the scheduling functions to all scheduling staff. This role coordinates the training of scheduling staff in complete and accurate scheduling tasks and workflows. This includes reviewing to ensure the proper and accurate completion of required insurance benefits, obtaining complete and accurate demographic information, proper phone etiquette and patient interactions, and scheduling of services according to patient needs within AVH policies and procedures. They must be familiar and compliant with all insurance contracts, Medicare and Medicaid regulations as well as with our own AVH Compliance requirements, Policies, Rules and Regulations. The Scheduling Lead practices and trains scheduling staff in exceptional customer service and professionalism. They must act as the lead liaison between hospital departments, staff, Physician Offices and the patient to effectively coordinate scheduling of tests and procedures. They are responsible for the entire scheduling function to assure accurate and timely payer information and fiscal responsibility. They are responsible for communicating to the patient any issues that may affect their procedure not being covered, for any reason. The Scheduling Lead's daily responsibilities are directed by the Patient Access Director.Primary Scope of Responsibilities:Trains staff in accurate scheduling using thorough interview technique to ensure that information is 100% complete and accurate. Ensures that all compliance requirements have been met, and the registration is properly created and/or updated for anticipated billing.Distributes and reviews the work of all scheduling staff to ensure proper and accurate completion of required insurance benefits, demographic information, claim authorization and insurance submission information. They must be familiar and compliant with all insurance contracts, Medicare and Medicaid regulations as well as with our own AVH Compliance requirements, Policies, Rules and Regulations. The Scheduling Lead practices and trains staff in exceptional customer service and professionalism.They must act as a liaison between Hospital departments, staff, Physician Offices and the patient to effectively coordinate scheduling of tests and procedures. They are responsible for the scheduling function to assure accurate and timely payer information and fiscal responsibility. They are responsible for communicating to the patient any issues that may affect their procedure not being covered, for any reason.Trains, reviews and provides feedback and department expectation of staff work for 100% correct scheduling of patient services, verifying all patient insurance information, and insurance verifications, understand and complies with all Hospital, EMTALA, patient confidentiality, Advance Directives, ABN's and insurance waivers.Trains, reviews, provides feedback and department expectation of staff work for 100% correct pre-admission data that includes review of type of account, correct procedure, duplications of registration of M#, subscriber errors, and correct patient demographics.Ensures fiscal responsibility that includes reviewing and competing ABN's, insurance waivers, and ensuring completed scheduling as needed. They are responsible for communicating to the patient any issues that may affect their procedure not being covered, for any reason.Participates in department training and staff meetings. Reads daily summary reports and emails to ensure they are aware of any upcoming changes.Leads in recording pertinent documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements, professional standards and hospital policy.Adheres to federal, state and hospital rules and regulations concerning HIPAA privacy and security.Follows Hospital compliance plan and policies, including the Code of Conduct.Participates in required training for compliance related activities (HIPAA, Compliance, Patient Safety, TJC, etc.)Minimum Qualifications & Requirements:High School graduate or GED preferred2-3 years of experience in related healthcare field preferredBenefits & Compensation:Hire-in rates of pay are based upon the relevance of years of experience, education and certifications. Our talent acquisition team will help you understand how your direct experience will be considered.Pay range for new hires: $23.18 - $30.14/hrOur comprehensive benefits package includes generous paid time off, health insurance within your first 30 days, and retirement, which can be viewed here.

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