Surgery Scheduler-Esophageal Surgery-McMurray

Highmark Health • Mcmurray, PA

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About The Position

Schedules surgeries, tests, procedures, and office visits, and obtains authorizations from insurance carriers. The role coordinates operating room and office appointments, completes hospital reservation forms and physician orders, tracks medical clearances, and collects billing information. It also handles reports, correspondence, phone calls, patient records, chart preparation, and general office tasks.

The position requires compliance with the company’s ethical and legal standards, business conduct requirements, HIPAA privacy rules, and information security policies. Employees must protect confidential customer information and comply with applicable laws, company policies, and training requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; alternatively, one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Experience with ICD-10 and CPT codes.
• Computer experience and keyboard skills.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree.
• PC database and word-processing skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and coordinate operating room, primary care, and specialty office visits, tests, procedures, and surgeries.
• Complete hospital reservation forms and deliver physician orders for upcoming procedures.
• Track medical clearances and obtain billing information.
• Obtain authorizations for inpatient and outpatient procedures.
• Transcribe reports, notes, and correspondence; answer phones and take appropriate action.
• File patient information in medical records and prepare charts.
• Perform general office tasks and other duties as assigned or required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED