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Columbus Regional Hospital Scheduler Registrar - Precertification Specialist in Columbus, Indiana
What you need to know about this position:
This position works within an outpatient Medical and Radiation Oncology assessment, diagnosis and treatment center for cancer and diseases of the blood.
Works within the hospital to provide detection, treatment and care services in a community cancer center all under one roof.
Responsible for scheduling and registration of patients presenting to the department.
Responsible for collecting insurance data and/or making contact with payers for prior authorization to ensure proper payment of accounts.
Performs the business functions essential to the department including, but not limited to reception, admitting process, record management, charge entry and/or other responsibilities essential to the smooth operations of the department.
Scheduler Registrar – Precertification Specialists have a base hourly rate of $17.27 . Individual compensation is determined for this position through years of directly relevant experience. The hourly compensation is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions.
In this PRN position you would be scheduled to work from 8:00AM-4:30PM, on an as-needed basis, Monday through Friday.
What is required for this position:
High School Diploma or Equivalent is required
Associates Degree in Business is preferred
Previous experience with the precertification process for cancer detection and treatment procedures
Flexibility in performing other duties such as reception desk, giving directions, escorting patients and visitors to other areas of the hospital
Proficient at using the AIDET customer satisfaction tool
Compassion and empathy for patients with chronic and terminal illnesses