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Company Overview:Cayuga Health is the region's leading healthcare system, and most trusted driver of integrated health services, together with valued partners. We empower our people and employ our capabilities to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. At Cayuga Health System, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. We have a commitment to its employees by providing competitive rates and compensation, a comprehensive employee benefits programs, attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development.Nestled in the beautiful Finger Lakes region, Cayuga Health provides an outstanding place to work in a vibrant community. Come discover all that Ithaca, New York and Cayuga Health has to offer!Position Overview:The scheduler/ registration clerk will greet patients and maintain forms and information in patients' records and schedules. Greets patients and visitors and welcomes them to Cayuga Heart Institute.What you'll do:* Maintains a friendly, compassionate and professional demeanor with patients and peers both in person and via telephone and email.* Handle inquiries and patient intake.* Ensures that all paperwork is complete and information is entered into the system correctly.* Maintains a clean and organized work environment.* Performs insurance data entry. Ensures necessary approvals and authorizations are present prior to procedures.* Ensures that paperwork is kept stocked at front desk, in CHI and in the cardiac catheterization lab.* Communicates to charge nurse any issues and patient arrivals.* Schedules procedures appropriately.* Has the ability to be flexible in assisting both patients and teammates as needed.* Coordinates tasks with other health care team members.Minimum Qualifications:* Education: =/>18 years of age, GED or HS diploma* Experience: Previous patient care experience is a plus* Licensure: not required* Physical Requirements: Ability to lift twenty (20) pounds; Moving, lifting or transferring of patients may involve lifting of up to fifty pounds, as well as assist with weights of more than one-hundred pounds; Ability to stand for extended periods; Fine motor skills; Visual acuity.At this time Cayuga Health System will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.If you are interested in applying for this position and you require an accommodation, please contact Cayuga Health System at ...@cayugamed.orgCayuga Health System Commitment to Diversity, Equity & InclusionCayuga Health System commits to treating all people with dignity so that everyone who comes to us is safe, cared for, and respected. We will support the growth of our employees and the health of our community by embracing the rich diversity of social and cultural identities, needs, and life circumstances of all people. We strive to recognize and overcome personal biases and systemic policies that marginalize others and contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care, and good health outcomes.Cayuga Health is dedicated to our vision for diversity, equity, and inclusion. As we strive towards our vision, we welcome the opportunity to work alongside a diverse range of employees.