Sparrow Health System
SCHEDULING SPECIALIST - Per Diem
Sparrow Health System, Lansing, Michigan, United States, 48900
Job Opportunity
Job ID:45297 per diem hours, as neededDescription:
Positions Location:
Lansing, MIJob DescriptionGeneral Purpose of Job :Ensure that all patients on the are scheduled for physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and recreational therapy appointments on a daily basis, including ensuring that patients meet with required amount of minutes per insurance guidelines within a seven day period. Ensure that each therapist receives a daily schedule and that patients receive a daily schedule. Support team members in their daily roles and communicate clearly any needed information to concerned parties. Assists with wheelchair assignments and maintenance.Essential Duties :This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.Reviews new admissions for ordered therapy servicesSchedules patient appointments with appropriate disciplines and staff, making note of evaluations, discharges, and family training and scheduling appropriately.Completes team conference scheduling each weekCommunicates within the team to all involved parties any discharges or admissions to the floorCommunicates within the team any unplanned schedule interruptionsWorks with leadership to ensure adequate staffing levels for each shiftCompiles daily schedules for therapists, ensuring that productivity expectations are metCompiles daily schedules for patients, ensuring that required therapy minutes are met each seven day period per insurance guidelinesMaintain accurate floor sheets and distribute accordinglyCommunicate with all team members to coordinate delivery of therapy services in accordance with required therapy minute guidelines.Provide appropriate wheelchairs to patients and maintain all wheelchairs and wheelchair parts.Perform and document cleaning and maintenance activities according to department standards. These include but are not limited to cleaning treatment areas, stocking clean linens, removing dirty linens, disinfecting patient care equipment, and performing routine maintenance checks.Assist in the provision of therapy interventions under the supervision of a staff PT, PTA, OTR, or COTA. Therapy interventions include but are not limited to: modality assistance, equipment and treatment area set up and clean up, aquatic therapy program assistance, assistance with ambulation, transfers, wheelchair mobility, and mat activities and assistance with ADLs and table top activities.Transport patients between therapy gyms/treatment rooms and patient rooms.Communicate verbally with the responsible clinician regarding the patient's feedback related to designated intervention.Seek ways to continually improve the value of our services and maximize our customers' rehabilitation potential by actively participating in activities such as in-services, staff meetings, team meetings, and continuing education courses.Maximize customer satisfaction by treating our customers with respect and responding to their needs in a prompt, friendly, and courteous manner.Follows all hospital policy and procedures related to infection controlSupports program operations as assigned.
Job Requirements
General Requirements* Demonstrates knowledge and maintains and respects patient right to privacy by following the HIPAA Privacy and Security policies and procedures. * Adheres to ICARE values and standards of behavior (Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence). * Role model behaviors that value the diversity of our associates, patients and customers and supports creating an environment that is inclusive, welcoming and respectful. * Communicates with patients, families and customers using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank). * Works in a safe manner and promptly reports any hazards identified in the work environment or related to assigned responsibilities.
Work Experience* Minimum six (6) months of experience in a healthcare setting. *
Education* High school diploma or GED
Specialized Knowledge and Skills* Able to type 45 WPM or demonstrate steps to increase proficiency toward this standard. * Demonstrate working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications or other computer software as deemed appropriate. * Demonstrate knowledge of EPIC * Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills * Demonstrate knowledge of medical terminology * Demonstrate ability to prioritize and keep pace in a very busy setting. * Ability to perform multiple tasks and adapt to changing work situations * Ability to handle office machinery such as fax machines and multi-line phone system. * Effective written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
Sparrow Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.Job FamilyAdministrative/ClericalRequirements:
ShiftDays
Degree Type / Education LevelHigh School / GED
StatusPer Diem
FacilitySparrow Hospital
Experience LevelUnder 4 Years
Job ID:45297 per diem hours, as neededDescription:
Positions Location:
Lansing, MIJob DescriptionGeneral Purpose of Job :Ensure that all patients on the are scheduled for physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and recreational therapy appointments on a daily basis, including ensuring that patients meet with required amount of minutes per insurance guidelines within a seven day period. Ensure that each therapist receives a daily schedule and that patients receive a daily schedule. Support team members in their daily roles and communicate clearly any needed information to concerned parties. Assists with wheelchair assignments and maintenance.Essential Duties :This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.Reviews new admissions for ordered therapy servicesSchedules patient appointments with appropriate disciplines and staff, making note of evaluations, discharges, and family training and scheduling appropriately.Completes team conference scheduling each weekCommunicates within the team to all involved parties any discharges or admissions to the floorCommunicates within the team any unplanned schedule interruptionsWorks with leadership to ensure adequate staffing levels for each shiftCompiles daily schedules for therapists, ensuring that productivity expectations are metCompiles daily schedules for patients, ensuring that required therapy minutes are met each seven day period per insurance guidelinesMaintain accurate floor sheets and distribute accordinglyCommunicate with all team members to coordinate delivery of therapy services in accordance with required therapy minute guidelines.Provide appropriate wheelchairs to patients and maintain all wheelchairs and wheelchair parts.Perform and document cleaning and maintenance activities according to department standards. These include but are not limited to cleaning treatment areas, stocking clean linens, removing dirty linens, disinfecting patient care equipment, and performing routine maintenance checks.Assist in the provision of therapy interventions under the supervision of a staff PT, PTA, OTR, or COTA. Therapy interventions include but are not limited to: modality assistance, equipment and treatment area set up and clean up, aquatic therapy program assistance, assistance with ambulation, transfers, wheelchair mobility, and mat activities and assistance with ADLs and table top activities.Transport patients between therapy gyms/treatment rooms and patient rooms.Communicate verbally with the responsible clinician regarding the patient's feedback related to designated intervention.Seek ways to continually improve the value of our services and maximize our customers' rehabilitation potential by actively participating in activities such as in-services, staff meetings, team meetings, and continuing education courses.Maximize customer satisfaction by treating our customers with respect and responding to their needs in a prompt, friendly, and courteous manner.Follows all hospital policy and procedures related to infection controlSupports program operations as assigned.
Job Requirements
General Requirements* Demonstrates knowledge and maintains and respects patient right to privacy by following the HIPAA Privacy and Security policies and procedures. * Adheres to ICARE values and standards of behavior (Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence). * Role model behaviors that value the diversity of our associates, patients and customers and supports creating an environment that is inclusive, welcoming and respectful. * Communicates with patients, families and customers using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank). * Works in a safe manner and promptly reports any hazards identified in the work environment or related to assigned responsibilities.
Work Experience* Minimum six (6) months of experience in a healthcare setting. *
Education* High school diploma or GED
Specialized Knowledge and Skills* Able to type 45 WPM or demonstrate steps to increase proficiency toward this standard. * Demonstrate working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications or other computer software as deemed appropriate. * Demonstrate knowledge of EPIC * Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills * Demonstrate knowledge of medical terminology * Demonstrate ability to prioritize and keep pace in a very busy setting. * Ability to perform multiple tasks and adapt to changing work situations * Ability to handle office machinery such as fax machines and multi-line phone system. * Effective written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
Sparrow Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.Job FamilyAdministrative/ClericalRequirements:
ShiftDays
Degree Type / Education LevelHigh School / GED
StatusPer Diem
FacilitySparrow Hospital
Experience LevelUnder 4 Years