Scheduling Coordinator - Part Time
About The Position
The Scheduling Coordinator works collaboratively with the Admissions Coordinator, Dental Care Manager, Dentists and Patient Guardians to ensure that infant, toddler, preschool, school age, young adult (up to age 21) patients are screened and meet the requirements of the hospital prior to receiving surgical or dental services. Obtains necessary medical information at time of admission in order to enhance strategic placement on the surgical schedule and ensures patients are appropriately scheduled for dental preadmission testing (PAT) and outpatient surgery (OPS) visits. Communicates and coordinates with departments, primary care physicians and outside sources to obtain necessary surgical resources and prepare patients for their appointments. Provides education regarding dental process. Coordinates related services preoperatively to ensure a smooth perioperative transition for pediatric patients. Performs clerical duties and generating statistics relevant to the department.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED General Studies.
Nice To Haves
- Medical terminology course or Medical Assistant training.
- Minimum two (2) years experience in an acute care facility, outpatient surgery center, or surgery center, or surgeon's office.
- Pediatric and/or orthopedic experience.
Responsibilities
- Schedule and coordinate surgical procedures and dental cases performed in the operating room in EPIC
- Coordinate surgery dates and communicate scheduling information with patients, families, and hospital staff
- Manage surgery changes, cancellations, and rescheduling
- Ensure required information and pre-operative needs are coordinated prior to surgery
- Maintain accurate scheduling records and documentation
- Communicate with multiple departments and staff members to ensure cases are properly coordinated
- Respond to scheduling questions and follow up on outstanding items in a timely manner
- Work closely with outreach coordinator to target dated for incoming outreach patients
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
