CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CMA) - SURGERY SCHEDULER

Johnson Memorial Hospital•Franklin, IN

10h•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for scheduling surgeries, coordinating necessary equipment and appointments, and ensuring all pre-operative requirements are met. The position also involves providing patient education, managing administrative tasks related to prior authorizations and medical clearances, and assisting physicians with in-office procedures. Additionally, the role requires maintaining instrument sterilization, requesting medical records, and completing FMLA/Disability paperwork. The Certified Medical Assistant will uphold the Mission and Values of JMH and comply with all applicable regulations and policies.

Requirements

Certification in Medical Assisting
Three years of experience working in a physician practice in a clerical or clinical role
OR High school diploma or equivalent and five years of experience working as a Medical Assistant
At least one year of experience in a surgical practice setting
Current CMA (AAMA), RMA, NCMA or CCMA certification
Current BLS or CPR for Healthcare Providers certification

Responsibilities

Schedules surgeries, arranges for appropriate surgical equipment, and coordinates with the Surgery Department.
Schedules pre-anesthesia testing and post-op appointments for patients.
Ensures consent for surgical procedures is signed and on file.
Reschedules surgeries if issues arise during pre-anesthesia testing.
Performs pre-determination for high-tech surgical procedures.
Provides pre and post-operative education and instructions to patients and their families.
Assigns proper CPT codes for surgical procedures and communicates this information to relevant staff.
Obtains prior authorization for procedures and assists with retro prior authorizations.
Provides communication to multiple JMH departments for care coordination.
Obtains medical clearance from primary care providers and arranges appointments.
Obtains cardiology clearance or schedules cardiology appointments if needed.
Gives clear instructions to patients regarding medication holds prior to surgery.
Maintains, organizes, and reviews patient reminder lists for follow-up appointments.
Checks the multi-patient task list daily for clinical tasks.
Assists physician in the exam room with exams, dressing changes, and minor surgical procedures.
Cleans, sterilizes, and prepares instruments for procedures.
Maintains cleanliness of Autoclave and performs monthly testing.
Requests medical records from outside entities.
Completes Family Medical Leave Act/Leave of Absence, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability paperwork.
Communicates and supports the Mission and Values of JMH.
Conducts all activities in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards, and hospital policies.
Performs other related duties as assigned.