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Primary City/State:

Mesa, Arizona

Department Name:

Banner Staffing Services-AZ

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Administrative Services

**Banner Staffing Services (BSS)** offers Registry/Per Diem opportunities within Banner Health. Registry/Per Diem positions are utilized as needed within our facilities. These positions are great way to start your career with Banner Health. As a BSS team member, you are eligible to apply (at any time) as an internal applicant to any regular opportunities within Banner Health. When working per Diem you must work at least 2 shifts a month.

As a valued and respected Banner Health team member, you will enjoy:

+ Competitive wages

+ Paid orientation

+ Flexible Schedules (select positions)

+ Fewer Shifts Cancelled

+ Weekly pay

+ 403(b) Pre-tax retirement

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Employee wellness program

+ Discount Entertainment tickets

+ Restaurant/Shopping discounts

+ Auto Purchase Plan

Registry/Per Diem positions do not have guaranteed hours and no medical benefits package is offered. Completion of post-offer Occupational Health physical assessment, drug screen and background check (includes: employment, criminal and education) are required.

This position as a Physician Practice Scheduler will be responsible for assisting with front office tasks - checking in patients, verifying insurance, collecting payments.. etc. In addition this position may also assist our back office schedulers with medical records requests, answering calls and scheduling appointments.

**Location** :

Main Location: 1625 N Campbell Ave

Tucson, AZ

Schedule:

Mon-Fri 8:00 - 5:00PM

Potential for up to 40 hours per week

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for scheduling patient treatments or diagnostic procedures for assigned area. Activities include pre-registration; receiving physician orders, insurance verification, gathering pre-authorizations and pre-certifications. Maintains records and produces statistical reports as required. May distribute educational materials to patients and families if needed in assigned department.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Receives physician orders and seeks clarification, if necessary. Verifies insurance, obtains pre-authorizations and per-certifications. Answers all telephone inquiries related to scheduling.

2. Schedules patients for treatments or diagnostic procedures using computerized scheduling systems. Resolves scheduling conflicts, as needed. Documents all information regarding patient re-schedules.

3. Enters patient information in computerized scheduling system and gathers information and modifies records, as needed to maintain current database. Prepares charts and manages files within regulatory requirements. Compiles and reports statistical data, if needed by the assigned department.

4. Distributes educational materials to patients and families, when necessary. Responds to diverse questions or refers to appropriate clinical staff.

5. Provides administrative support to the assigned unit when required.

6. Incumbents in this position interface with physicians and their office staff, patients and family members and clinical staff and co-workers. Schedulers must have an understanding of what is entailed in the procedures and treatments that they schedule, physician preferences, and special needs related to particular diagnosis or age of the patients being served. Must be able to work with minimal supervision, set priorities and maintain highly confidential information.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.

The position also requires skills and abilities typically attained with 2 years of medical clerical experience; preferably in a hospital central scheduling or physician office scheduling setting. Medical terminology is required. Must possess excellent organizational skills, as well as effective human relations and communication skills.

Must be proficient with commonly used office software and computers and possess the ability to use computerized scheduling systems. Must be able to maintain accurate statistical records, gather data, and produce reports. Employees working at Banner MD Anderson on the Banner University Medical Center Phoenix campus must possess a State of Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. This is a requirement of the Whole Family Counseling Program held at this specific facility.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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Banner Health supports a drug-free work environment.

Banner Health complies with applicable federal and state laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or disability