Patient Referral Specialist Imaging

Facility: Valleywise Health Medical Center
Department: Radiology Support Services - Roosevelt
Schedule: Regular FT 40 Hours Per Week
Shifts: Days
Under the direction of the designated Supervisor/Manager, this position performs activities related to scheduling outpatient imaging exams and procedures. This includes processing outgoing/external and/or incoming/internal referrals from prior authorization to closing. 

Hourly Pay Rate: $17.54 - $25.87 Qualifications
Education: Requires a high school diploma or GED.
Experience: Must have a minimum of one (1) year of experience working directly with insurance providers or with appointment scheduling experience that demonstrates an understanding of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Prefer experience in a healthcare environment involving data reconciliation or in a call center with high-volume patient contact through the use of phones.
Prefer prior healthcare or clinic patient registration and or scheduling experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must possess good interpersonal and communication skills both verbally and in writing, including knowledge of basic grammar, spelling, and punctuation. 
Requires basic math, data entry, and keyboarding skills. 
Ability to type a minimum of 30 words per minute is desired. 
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills are strongly preferred. 
Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Knowledge of medical terminology is strongly preferred. 
Requires the ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.