Radiology Scheduler Call Center at UnitedHealth Group Canada

Middletown, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Dec, 25

Salary

27.69

Posted On

20 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Healthcare Experience, Insurance Verification, Scheduling, Medical Terminology, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Communication Skills, Multi-tasking, Attention to Detail, Teamwork, Patient Confidentiality, HIPAA Compliance, EPIC Experience, Radiology Knowledge

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Opportunities with Optum in the Tri-State region (formerly CareMount Medical, ProHEALTH New York and Riverside Medical Group). Come make a difference in the lives of people who turn to us for care at one of our hundreds of locations across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Work with state-of-the-art technology and brilliant co-workers who share your passion for helping people feel their best. Join a dynamic health care organization and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Optum Radiology, part of Optum, has an immediate opening for a friendly, patient focused and detailed oriented Radiology Scheduler Call Center to join our team. The Radiology Scheduler Call Center is responsible for the completion of set processes and protocols. Works cooperatively with all members of the care team to support the vision and mission of the organization, deliver excellent customer service and adhere to Lean processes. Supports the teams in meeting financial, clinical and service goals. Schedule: Monday through Friday 37.5 hours between the hours of 8:00 am to 5:30 pm. Rotating Saturdays between the hours of 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. Schedule will be determined by the supervisor upon hire. Location: 109 Rykowski Lane, Second Floor, Middletown, NY 10941 Primary Responsibilities: Obtain accurate and updated patient information, such as name, address and insurance information Perform insurance verification during scheduling Scheduling radiology procedures in an organized and efficient manner Knowledge of medical terminology and radiology procedures and requirements File, Fax and maintain medical records Confirms and schedule appointments Answering incoming and outgoing telephone calls promptly and courteously Perform referral documentation promptly Performs certain follow-up services for patients in a prompt and courteous manner, such as scheduling specialist appointments, scheduling follow-up appointments and obtaining copies of lab results or specialist reports Adhere to the standards identified via Sparq regarding Optum Employee Policies Work cohesively with fellow employees to achieve specific team goals Keep abreast of current medical requirements relevant to their position, which includes maintaining patient confidentiality and abiding by all HIPAA and OSHA requirements Comfortable working in a high pace environment Participate in planning, coordinating, and implementing care in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team in accordance with the Plan of Care Assure the continuity of care through scheduling and tracking systems Provide effective communication to patient / family team members and other health care professionals as evidenced by documentation, case conferences, communication notes, and evaluations Comply with administrative policies to ensure quality of care Demonstrate precision and efficiency in scanning documents and monitoring the fax server, retrieving and / or scanning documents and assigning to the appropriate electronic chart All employees are expected to keep abreast of current medical requirements relevant to their position, which includes maintaining patient confidentiality and abiding by all HIPAA and OSHA requirements Crosstrain and help in other locations if needed Performs other duties as assigned What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group? Put it all together – competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include: Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan Education Reimbursement Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Bonus Program Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.) More information can be downloaded at: http://uhg.hr/uhgbenefits You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Required Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED (or higher) 1+ years of customer service or healthcare related experience Intermediate level of computer proficiency (multi-tasking through multiple applications including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word) Ability to work a 37.5-hour work week with rotating Saturdays Preferred Qualifications: 1+ years of experience working in medical office position performing duties such as scheduling appointments, checking patients in/out, insurance verification, collecting co-pays, and maintaining medical records 1+ years of experience in a call center Experience working with an electronic health record (EPIC) Experience working with scheduling programs Knowledge of Radiology Knowledge of medical terminology Soft Skills: Ability to work independently and maintain good judgment and accountability Demonstrated ability to work well with health care providers Strong organizational and time management skills Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks to meet all deadlines Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to speak clearly and concisely, conveying information in a manner that others can understand, as well as ability to understand and interpret information from others Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.00 to $27.69 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. #RPO #RED

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Responsibilities

The Radiology Scheduler Call Center is responsible for obtaining accurate patient information, scheduling radiology procedures, and providing excellent customer service. The role involves working cooperatively with the care team to support organizational goals and maintain patient confidentiality.