Scheduling Coordinator - Per DIem

CareAbout • Denville, NJ

13d • $20 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Scheduler performs a variety of administrative and clinical duties to include support of the physician and care team in providing quality medical care to patients. The scheduler acts as a connector for the provider and patient throughout the pre-operative process.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED required
• 1-3 years of experience in a similar role
• EMR experience, Athena preferred
• Strong medical terminology knowledge
• Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems; requires details, data and facts that must be analyzed and challenged prior to making decisions
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to clearly communicate medical information to professional practitioners and/or the general public.
• Ability to maintain confidential information
• Dependable, with strong work ethic and extremely high degree personal integrity.
• Ability to face multiple deadlines that must be met on time.
• Ability to deal with multiple interruptions on a continual basis that must be met with a friendly exchange with others.
• Helpful and constructive view of working with others to achieve positive outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Obtaining referrals/pre-certification of procedures
• Scheduling required labs, radiology exams, and cardiac workup
• Confirming clearance and consents are in order
• Faxing all required documentation (patients consents, clearances, results, H&P., etc.) to the OR, confirming receipt of same
• Finalizing schedule, arranging any special requirements (ex. equipment needs, verifies schedule with provider and patient, coordinates add-ons, follows proper procedure regarding conflicts)
• Patient communications while adhering to HIPAA and OSHA guidelines
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED