Patient Scheduling Specialist (Temporary)
hace 1 día
Camden
Job Description Position Description The Patient Scheduling Specialist (Temporary) plays a critical role in ensuring an efficient, patient-centered experience at Project HOPE. This role is responsible for managing patient scheduling across the continuum of care, from initial appointments to follow-ups, while coordinating prior authorizations, durable medical equipment (DME) processes, and check-out procedures. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive in-patient outreach, and excels in providing exceptional service in a fast-paced, mission-driven clinical environment. Primary Tasks & Duties: Scheduling & Patient Communication • Schedule all patient appointments, including follow-ups, routine care, nurse visits, and same-day needs., • Proactively contact patients in advance of appointments to confirm attendance or offer rescheduling., • Reach out to patients who miss appointments and reschedule promptly., • Fill same-day appointment slots with walk-ins or hospital follow-ups as needed., • Schedule telehealth visits when appropriate, in coordination with the receptionist and clinical team., • Ensure every patient seen leaves with a future appointment scheduled., • Check-Out and Documentation., • Manage patient check-out, verifying that all required documentation is complete., • File completed forms and ensure incomplete forms are placed in the appropriate provider folders for review., • Track all patient appointments and support accurate documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system., • Prior Authorizations & DME Coordination, • Complete and submit prior authorization requests for medications, procedures, and other services as required., • Coordinate the DME process from start to finish—including paperwork completion, provider signature collection, communication with vendors, and follow-up with patients to confirm receipt., • Maintain records and logs to ensure timely delivery and resolution of DME services., • Clerical and Operational Support., • Assist with administrative and clerical tasks in support of the clinical team, including faxing, scanning, filing, and distributing communications., • Generate patient-related letters using approved templates and secure necessary provider signatures., • Participate in daily morning huddles and support general clinic flow., • Track and manage patient referrals from initiation to completion, ensuring timely follow-up and documentation., • Address barriers and support access to ensure patients complete referred care. Other Essential Functions: Clerical and Administrative Support • Perform clerical duties such as faxing, scanning, distributing provider messages, and organizing patient records., • Generate patient letters using pre-approved templates and ensure provider signatures are obtained., • Sort and distribute clinical mail., • Technology and EMR Use, • Accurately input and retrieve information using the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and scheduling systems., • Maintain documentation logs and update patient status and appointment history in real time. Team-Based Workflow Participation • Actively participate in daily huddles and team-based care planning discussions., • Coordinate tasks and follow-ups with clinical staff to support integrated care delivery., • Customer Service and Confidentiality, • Provide courteous, responsive, and culturally sensitive service to all patients and families., • Maintain strict patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA and organizational policy. Minimum Qualifications: • High School Diploma or equivalent required., • At least one year of experience in a healthcare or patient-facing administrative role., • Strong customer service and communication skills., • Proficiency with EMR systems and scheduling software., • Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities with accuracy and efficiency., • Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Preferred Qualifications: • Associate degree or additional certifications preferred., • Experience working with underserved communities., • Bilingual in Spanish/English strongly preferred., • Familiarity with DME and prior authorization processes., • Experience working in Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) or community health settings. Physical/Environment: • Occasional lifting of 40–50 lbs. and pushing of 5–20 lbs., • Sitting, standing, and walking approximately 80% of the time., • A medium to high level of manual dexterity required., • Bending and reaching approximately 20% of the time., • Normal accessibility and mobility throughout the region required., • Occasional overtime/extended work hours may be required based on operational needs. Work Environment Indicators: ☑ Normal community health working environment. Requires good verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to speak and read the English language. ☑ Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistance. ☑ Work is primarily facility-based in an outpatient behavioral health setting and/or correctional facility. ☐ Some work may occur in a community setting and may include contacts in a high crime area and in extremes of temperature. Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure: ☐ Category I: Job classification includes ALL employees who have occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens (blood or body fluids) while performing their job duties. ☑ Category II: Job classification includes employees who are likely to have SOME occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens because Category I tasks may occasionally be required. ☐ Category III: Job classification includes those employees who perform jobs and tasks where NO CONTACT with bloodborne pathogens occurs, and Category I and Category II tasks ARE NOT a condition of employment. Compensation & Benefits: Hourly Rate: $24.00 per hour; $49,920.00, annualized, commensurate with experience and qualifications. (This salary range, or hourly rate is provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws and is subject to change based on organizational budget and market conditions.) Benefits: Project HOPE Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, which includes: • Medical Insurance (employer-sponsored health plan), • Dental Insurance, • Vision Insurance, • Paid Time Off (PTO), • Paid Holidays, • 403(b) Retirement Plan, without employer contribution, • Short-Term Disability Insurance, • Long-Term Disability Insurance, • Life Insurance, • Professional Development Opportunities Other Duties as Assigned: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned or directed by management to meet the ongoing needs of the organization, including responsibilities reasonably related to the scope of this position and the operational needs of the organization. Equal Opportunity, ADA, and Employment Disclaimer: Project HOPE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable law. Project HOPE will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you require accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources. Project HOPE is an at-will employer. This position description does not constitute a contract of employment and may be changed or modified at any time at the discretion of the organization. Company DescriptionProject H.O.P.E., Inc. (Health Opportunities, People Empowered) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) located in the heart of Camden, New Jersey, dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate, and culturally competent healthcare to individuals and families regardless of their ability to pay. Our multidisciplinary team delivers primary care, behavioral health, pediatrics, women’s health, laboratory, and support services that empower patients to achieve optimal wellness. We are driven by a commitment to health equity, access, and excellence, serving as a trusted partner and advocate for our community. At Project H.O.P.E., we believe in building a workplace that reflects our values, collaboration, integrity, empathy, and innovation. Our clinicians and staff work together to close care gaps, improve outcomes, and ensure every patient receives the quality care they deserve. Join us in shaping the future of community health, where your leadership can make a lasting difference.Project H.O.P.E., Inc. (Health Opportunities, People Empowered) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) located in the heart of Camden, New Jersey, dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate, and culturally competent healthcare to individuals and families regardless of their ability to pay.\r\n\r\nOur multidisciplinary team delivers primary care, behavioral health, pediatrics, women’s health, laboratory, and support services that empower patients to achieve optimal wellness. We are driven by a commitment to health equity, access, and excellence, serving as a trusted partner and advocate for our community.\r\n\r\nAt Project H.O.P.E., we believe in building a workplace that reflects our values, collaboration, integrity, empathy, and innovation. Our clinicians and staff work together to close care gaps, improve outcomes, and ensure every patient receives the quality care they deserve.\r\n\r\nJoin us in shaping the future of community health, where your leadership can make a lasting difference.