Surgery Scheduler 2

University of Miami•Miami, FL

About The Position

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
Proficiency in computer software ( i.e. Microsoft Office).

Responsibilities

Obtains pre-authorizations for procedures as required by insurance companies.
Oversees, produces, and distributes all surgical and procedural schedules to physicians and departments.
Collaborates with patients, families, staff , and providers within the office and the greater community to schedule surgeries, pre-op physicals, and testing.
Coordinates with hospitals and vendors for special cases or circumstances.
Identifies ways to streamline surgical scheduling process and provides suggestion s to managing staff.
Ensures that electronic systems and scheduling tools are up-to-date and operating smoothly, and immediately contacts appropriate personnel to resolve any issues.
Ensures documentation is complete to support accurate billing of surgical procedures.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Ensures Accuracy and expeditious booking of all surgical cases.
Has the ability to multitask and work with multiple providers and service lines within urology .
Has some knowledge of surgical coding and insurances.
Has proven ability to work on a team and provide coverage for Collogues wherever needed.