Centralized Scheduler
Job in
Opelousas, St. Landry Parish, Louisiana, 70570, USA
Listed on 2026-02-06
Listing for:
Opelousas General Health System
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-06
Job specializations:
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Healthcare
Healthcare Administration, Medical Receptionist, Medical Office, Medical Billing and Coding -
Administrative/Clerical
Healthcare Administration, Medical Receptionist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Overview
This position is responsible to operate a well-organized, courteous, and efficient centralized scheduling department.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Manages a multi-line phone with high volume of incoming calls while maintaining a calm, professional tone.
- Coordinates schedule and insurance verification responsibilities based on patient/physician request, availability of appointment times and required pre-procedure preparation.
- Provides accurate information on patient preparation requirements and any special instructions to assure minimal inconvenience to the patient.
- Procures all necessary information to allow pre-registration of the patient, insurance verification, and pre-authorization for procedures.
- Enters scheduling data and information into the system.
- Manages/coordinates multiple scheduling books accurately with all necessary information.
High School Diploma/GED required.
Experience RequiredScheduling, Computer Skills, Phone etiquette
Additional Experience Preferred- Must have knowledge of medical terminology as it relates to all outpatient procedures and diagnostic imaging procedures.
- Must have effective interpersonal patient contact and outstanding communication skills.
- Must have good computer skills – able to type 50 wpm or more.
- Must have a good working knowledge of hospital scheduling procedures.
- Must have a working knowledge and understanding of coding, insurance verification, and/or pre-authorizations.
- (demonstrated through experience)
Monday - Thursday 8am-5pm
Friday 8am-2pm
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