Surgery Scheduler PRN

Banner Health•Mesa, AZ

13d•Onsite

About The Position

This position schedules surgical, cardiovascular, or obstetrical procedures using a computerized scheduling system. It also enters patient charges, orders, and other relevant information; compiles and reports statistical information to management; and may serve as an office liaison for department staff, physicians, and patient families. This is a PRN (as-needed) position based at BUMC Tucson. The stated schedule is Tuesday and Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with the possibility of additional shifts during the week. PRN positions have no guaranteed hours and do not include a medical benefits package.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent working knowledge.
Skills and abilities typically attained with 2 years of medical clerical experience; preferably in hospital central scheduling or physician-office scheduling.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Knowledge of payor contract terms and processes.
Excellent organizational skills and effective human-relations and communication skills.
Effective teamwork skills and ability to meet deadlines and productivity standards.
Knowledge of word-processing and spreadsheet software and 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.

Responsibilities

Coordinate case times for elective, urgent, or emergent surgeries and cardiovascular or obstetrical procedures in a computerized scheduling system.
Verify physician privilege status before scheduling; coordinate with the medical staff office to maintain current privilege records and maintain confidentiality. May maintain physician preference information and staff rosters.
Obtain authorization numbers, history and physicals, and current laboratory results; request prior medical records for procedure days when needed.
Type and print physician orders for multiple physicians and departments; schedule and maintain physician block time and block-time releases.
Enter physician orders for laboratory, blood bank, medical imaging, and cardiology services, along with diagnostic test results, patient registration information, and patient charges.
Compile data and prepare statistical reports for management.
Conduct charge-management audits, reconcile charge packet information, identify missed or incorrect charges, and correct them when appropriate.
Provide receptionist support for the assigned unit by answering phones, relaying messages, greeting and directing patients, visitors, physicians, and families, and answering questions about policies and procedures.
Liaise among nursing units, physicians, and staff to relay patient data; screen requests for patient information and refer them to appropriate staff.
Record and type staff meeting minutes when required, and prepare and distribute the monthly staff call roster.
Enter facility work orders and supply orders when required; request business-machine repairs or maintenance; arrange pickup and delivery of instruments and equipment and complete associated paperwork.
Schedule surgeries and procedures and maintain smooth workflow while working with minimal supervision, setting priorities under stressful conditions, and protecting confidential information.