Surgery Scheduler Orthopedics

Banner Health•Tucson, AZ

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a talented Surgical Scheduling Coordinator to join our Orthopedic team, where your skills will directly support life-changing patient care every single day. In this vital role, you will manage the scheduling of surgical, cardiovascular, and obstetrical procedures using an advanced computerized scheduling system, ensuring seamless coordination of elective, urgent, and emergent cases with precision and efficiency. You will serve as a key liaison between department staff, physicians, and patient families, playing a central role in delivering exceptional communication and care coordination across the organization. Your expertise will also be put to work entering patient charges, orders, and critical data into the system, as well as compiling and reporting statistical insights that help drive informed management decisions. With the responsibility of maintaining confidential medical records, you will be trusted with work that truly matters. If you thrive in a collaborative, mission-driven environment and are passionate about supporting outstanding patient outcomes behind the scenes, this is the opportunity for you! University Medical Center Tucson PBCs Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care professionals and conducting ground breaking research. Also located on the campus is Diamond Children's - recognized for its specialized pediatric services including neonatal and intensive care, emergency medicine and cancer therapies. Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is a Level 1 Trauma Center, meaning we care for the most critically injured patients. The hospital is consistently listed among the nation's top hospitals in the prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by U.S. News & World Report. The hospital's physicians are full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson. Our specialty services include comprehensive heart and cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ transplant program.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
2 years of medical clerical experience; preferably in a hospital central scheduling or physician office scheduling setting.
Knowledge of medical terminology is required.
Knowledge of payor contract terms and processes.
Excellent organizational skills, as well as effective human relations and communication skills.
Effective teamworking skills and the ability to meet deadlines and productivity standards.
Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software and the ability to use computerized scheduling systems.
Ability to maintain accurate statistical records, gather data, and produce reports.

Nice To Haves

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinates case times for elective, urgent or emergent surgeries, cardiovascular or obstetrical procedures in a computerized scheduling system.
Verifies and reviews physician privilege status prior to scheduling.
Interfaces with medical staff office to maintain log of current privilege status and maintains confidentially of all information.
May acquire and maintain physician preference information and staff roster.
Acquires authorization numbers, History and Physicals, results of laboratory tests and verifies that they are current.
Orders previous medical records for the day of the procedure, when necessary.
Types and prints physician orders for multiple physicians and departments.
Schedules and maintains physician block time, and block time releases.
Enters physician’s orders for lab, blood bank, medical imaging, and cardiology.
Enters results of diagnostic tests, patient registration information and patient charges.
Compiles data and prepares statistical reports for management.
Conducts charge management audits for assigned area.
Reconciles charge packet information with the audit.
Identifies missed or incorrect charges and corrects when appropriate.
Acts as a receptionist to assigned unit; answers phones, relays message.
Greets and directs patients, visitors, physicians, and families and answers questions about policies and procedures.
Acts as a liaison among nursing units, physician and staff to relay patient data.
Screens requests for patient information and refers to appropriate staff.
Records and types minutes of staff meetings, when required.
Prepares and distributes staff call roster each month.
Enters facility work orders and supply orders when required by assigned department.
Requests repairs/maintenance for business machines in the department.
Arranges for pickup and delivery of instruments and equipment and completes all necessary paperwork.
This position has responsibility for scheduling surgeries and procedures and maintaining a smooth workflow in the area.
Must be able to work with minimal supervision, under stressful situations, set priorities and maintain highly confidential information.