Schedules patient testing, procedures, and admissions; obtains pre-certification/authorization numbers and enters them into the scheduling or registration system; collects and enters accurate insurance information; and answers incoming phone calls. Schedules patients for ancillary, surgical, and medical testing, procedures, and admissions, ensuring patients are not scheduled when personnel are unavailable. Notifies patients or physician office staff of any out-of-network carriers or issues that may result in reduced benefits. Communicates special instructions, testing requirements, and any other pertinent information or documents to patients or physician office staff. Maintains awareness of next-day scheduling reports to ensure registration staff are prepared for arriving patients, appropriate testing is performed, time slots are available, and the necessary staff are scheduled. Obtains physician orders and required authorization or pre-certification. Enters outpatient procedures into the Order Entry System. Ensures consistency between the scheduling module and the admissions module for patients being admitted for services. What we’re looking for Education:High school diploma or equivalent Required or at least three years of directly related experience may be substituted for the required education. Skills:Fluent in Spanish Work Experience:Prior scheduling experience in a healthcare environment is strongly preferred. Medical terminology, billing, and/or collection experience preferred. Computer experience required. Schedule: M-F Why join us. We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees. Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match. Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. More about Canyon Vista. Canyon Vista Medical Center is a 106-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care for over 60 years. We are proud to serve our community with a Level III Trauma unit, Center of Excellence for Total Joint Replacement, Level I Nursery, American College of Radiology Accredited Facility, as well as many other state of the art services to ensure our patients are cared for. Sierra Vista, Arizona is a flourishing city located 75 miles southeast of Tucson. Thanks to our year-round temperate climate, affordable housing, low cost of living, access to healthcare and education facilities, not to mention the breathtaking natural beauty of majestic mountain ranges and the San Pedro River and outdoor activities, Cochise County residents enjoy an excellent quality of life.