Job Description
Scheduler - Digestive Health Associates
Responsibilities:
- Coordinating scheduling procedure with patient, physician schedules, hospital and Ambulatory Centers
- Discusses with patients the appropriate preps for their procedures and makes sure prep information is emailed/mailed to patient same day
- Verifies patient’s history, medications, past procedures and allergies
- Obtains needed clearances (pulmonary, cardiology, neurology) as needed
- Educates patient on the discontinuation of blood thinners as directed by managing doctor
- Completes Boarding Forms and submits it to the appropriate surgical facility and to procedure verification
- Determines whether an office visit is necessary before procedure
- Answers patient questions
- Assists with other medical office needs, including scheduling, and telephone inquiries
- Adheres to all laws and regulations regarding employment, including HIPAA, OSHA/...