Central Scheduler 1 at Loma Linda

San Bernardino, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 May, 26

Salary

26.91

Posted On

20 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Answering Calls, Scheduling, Pre-registration, Insurance Eligibility, Referral Assignment, Authorization Assignment, Customer Service, Keyboarding, Computer Operation, Outlook, Epic, Jabber, Critical Thinking, Organization, Prioritization, Problem Solving

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Summary: The Central Scheduler 1 is responsible for answering incoming calls for the Access Center in order to provide a variety of services through utilizing state-of-the-art telecommunications and computer information systems. Coordinates the scheduling, pre-registration and insurance eligibility for both hospital and physician practice services. Assists callers by explaining insurance eligibility status and plan benefits, assigns appropriate referral and authorization based on insurance requirements, and provides all relevant instructions for scheduled appointments. Relays requests and symptoms to clinical staff via appropriate communication tools to ensure the caller gets the care they need. Provides general caller transfers and registration for a variety of classes, programs and events, physician to physician communication, general public information for LLUH marketing lead initiatives, physician referral services and point of service collections. Performs other duties as needed. Education and Experience: One year of experience in a customer service, sales environment, or clinical setting required. Knowledge and Skills: Experience with various insurance products preferred (managed care, Medi-Cal, Medicare, commercial insurances and California Children's Services). Able to keyboard 25 wpm. Able to read; write legibly; speak in English with professional quality; use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g. Outlook, Epic, Jabber). Operate/troubleshoot basic office equipment required for the position. Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate and accept direction. Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; work well under pressure; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; work independently with minimal supervision. Able to distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position. Licensures and Certifications: None. Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness. Loma Linda University Health is a Seventh-day Adventist, faith and values based Christian institution. Candidates must understand and embrace the mission, purpose, and identity of Loma Linda and its affiliated entities. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of diversity. We provide equal opportunities in all aspects of the employment process to every individual, regardless of gender, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals requesting an accommodation due to a disability. If you need accommodation assistance with accessing our job listings or completing an application, or during any other phase of employment with us, please contact Human Resources Management at (909) 651-4001. Loma Linda University Shared Services is a religiously-qualified Equal Opportunity Employer under Title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964. No question on this application is asked for the purpose of unlawfully limiting or excluding any applicant’s consideration for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation in the hiring process, please notify Human Resource Management. We appreciate your interest in Loma Linda and wish you success in your job search!

Responsibilities

The Central Scheduler 1 manages incoming calls for the Access Center, coordinating scheduling, pre-registration, and insurance eligibility verification for hospital and physician services. This role also involves relaying caller symptoms to clinical staff and handling general public information requests and transfers.