SURG SCHEDULER

* POSITION SUMMARY: * Under the direction and supervision of the Office Manager, schedules all surgeries in a timely, accurate, and courteous manner. Coordinates day to day operations for specific surgeon(s). Communicates with patients to ensure their understanding of the surgical process and requirements. Obtains pre-authorization from insurance companies for all scheduled procedures. * QUALIFICATIONS: * EDUCATION: * Minimum: * High School or equivalent education. * Preferred: * AAS degree in Medical Assistant/Secretarial Science or experience in business with emphasis on healthcare or related field. * LICENSE: * PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS: * WORK EXPERIENCE: * Minimum: * Medical terminology knowledge or course completion. * Knowledge and understanding of physician ordering practices, and basic scheduling database maintenance. * Preferred: * Prior surgical services scheduling in an acute care setting. * SKILLS: * Minimum: * Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and ability to deal with the people in a professional and courteous manner. * Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple priorities and enhance the spirit of teamwork through effective role modeling. * Excellent interpersonal, communication and organization skills. * Computer literacy * Preferred: * Experience with Microsoft Office products and electronic scheduling system * Salary Range: $20.11-$23.34

Created: 2024-10-22