Licensed Practical Nurse Scheduler (LPN) |Centralized Scheduler | MCK Centralize
Avera, Sioux Falls, SD, United States
Location:
Avera McKennan Hospital
Worker Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Pay Range:
$19.50 - $31.50 (Actual pay rate dependent upon experience)
A Brief Overview
The Centralized Scheduler is responsible for responding to outpatient diagnostic orders from physicians for hospital departments; interpret physician request for diagnostic test and schedule single to multiple tests according to required patient care protocols. This position requires the ability to determine medical necessity validation and handle medical information along with transcribing medical orders into the health information system.
Position Mobility
Position can be remote after 6-8 months of in‑house orientation completion and/or longer up to supervisor.
Responsibilities
Ensures the timely and accurate intake and scheduling of patients by gathering and disseminating necessary information.
Communicates with patients, family, physicians and staff as needed to obtain necessary orders and coordinate the patient’s scheduled visits.
Provides patient explanation and education as necessary to respond to patient questions.
Performs audits as requested by the manager.
Completes timely and accurate clinical documentation.
Assists with initial and subsequent insurance authorizations when needed.
Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience
Associate's Science in Medical Assisting from an accredited university/college and/or 3-5 years hospital, medical office, clinic, or hospital business operations experience.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Board of Nursing license in the state of practice upon hire.
1-3 years healthcare experience.
Must live within 150 miles from Sioux Falls, SD.
Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience
4-6 years hospital, medical office, clinic, hospital business operations and/or Admitting Department experience.
Essential Qualifications
The individual must be able to work the hours specified and perform each essential job function satisfactorily, including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties, communication skills, hearing, understanding and distinguishing speech and other sounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.
Benefits
PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement.
Career development guided by hands‑on training and mentorship.
EEO Statement
Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to talent@avera.org.
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Avera McKennan Hospital
Worker Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Pay Range:
$19.50 - $31.50 (Actual pay rate dependent upon experience)
A Brief Overview
The Centralized Scheduler is responsible for responding to outpatient diagnostic orders from physicians for hospital departments; interpret physician request for diagnostic test and schedule single to multiple tests according to required patient care protocols. This position requires the ability to determine medical necessity validation and handle medical information along with transcribing medical orders into the health information system.
Position Mobility
Position can be remote after 6-8 months of in‑house orientation completion and/or longer up to supervisor.
Responsibilities
Ensures the timely and accurate intake and scheduling of patients by gathering and disseminating necessary information.
Communicates with patients, family, physicians and staff as needed to obtain necessary orders and coordinate the patient’s scheduled visits.
Provides patient explanation and education as necessary to respond to patient questions.
Performs audits as requested by the manager.
Completes timely and accurate clinical documentation.
Assists with initial and subsequent insurance authorizations when needed.
Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience
Associate's Science in Medical Assisting from an accredited university/college and/or 3-5 years hospital, medical office, clinic, or hospital business operations experience.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Board of Nursing license in the state of practice upon hire.
1-3 years healthcare experience.
Must live within 150 miles from Sioux Falls, SD.
Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience
4-6 years hospital, medical office, clinic, hospital business operations and/or Admitting Department experience.
Essential Qualifications
The individual must be able to work the hours specified and perform each essential job function satisfactorily, including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties, communication skills, hearing, understanding and distinguishing speech and other sounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.
Benefits
PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement.
Career development guided by hands‑on training and mentorship.
EEO Statement
Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to talent@avera.org.
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