About the position
The Surgery Scheduler is responsible for greeting, instructing, directing and scheduling patients. Responsibilities include scheduling surgical procedures, pre-admission testing, and posting of surgical charges. Serves as a liaison between patient and medical support staff. Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
Responsibilities
- Greets and instructs patients upon arrival.
- Schedules surgical procedures and pre-admission testing.
- Posts surgical charges accurately.
- Acts as a liaison between patients and medical support staff.
- Coordinates surgical dates with patients.
- Reviews preoperative instructions with patients.
- Registers patients and procedures with the appropriate hospital scheduling department.
- Correlates pre-admission testing and surgical clearance appointments.
- Prepares patient chart orders for surgical RN.
- Obtains authorization for hospital admission from patient's insurance carrier.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Ability to communicate in English.
- Willingness to float to other AHMG practices when necessary.
Nice-to-haves
- Medical office experience.
- One year of medical terminology, ICD-9 and CPT-4 coding experience.
Benefits
- Benefits from Day One
- Paid Days Off from Day One
- Career Development
- Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
- Mental Health Resources and Support
