Patient Coordinator

Akumin®

Marietta, GA

Part-time•

Health / Beauty / Fitness

The Schedule Coordinator checks patients pre-scan to ensure that, authorization (if needed) is obtained, order is compliant, and the exam is scheduled properly. Works to optimize schedules by rescheduling patients who aren’t cleared and filling empty exam times with cleared patients. Acts as a coordinator between the Operations, Scheduling, and Retail Revenue teams.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

Check patients pre-scan to ensure that, authorization (if needed) is obtained, order is compliant, and the exam is scheduled properly.
Maximizes efficiency and optimization of site schedules.
Act as a liaison between scheduling and other departments.
Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent experience required.
1-2 years’ experience in medical or related field required.
Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Experience in the medical field- Front Desk, Scheduling, Eligibility/Authorization

Preferred:

Medical terminology.
Experience as a scheduler in a multi-modality environment
Background with scheduling systems like Erad, Intergy, Fuji, etc.
Experience utilizing scheduling systems like eRAD, Intergy & Fuji.

Physical Requirements:

Standard office environment.

More than 50% of the time:

Sit, stand, and walk.
Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.
See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.

Less than 50% of the time:

Stoop, kneel or crawl.
Climb and balance.
Carry and lift 10-20 pounds.

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

About the company

Akumin®

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Akumin is a leading U.S. provider of advanced imaging and radiation oncology services, committed to excellence in patient care and expanding access to life-saving diagnostics and treatments. Serving millions annually, Akumin operates one of the nation’s largest networks of fixed-site radiology centers and mobile imaging and oncology solutions, including the innovative Akumin AXIS™ Expandable Patient Solutions. Partnering with over 1,000 hospitals and physician groups, including 23 of the top 30 health systems, Akumin combines clinical expertise, operational excellence, and advanced technology to broaden access, enhance care standards, and meet community needs. Through innovation and collaboration, Akumin is pioneering the future of patient-centered care.
For more information, visit www.akumin.com.