Surgery Scheduler - Urology - Abington - Full-Time Days

Jefferson Health Plans•Abington Widener Building, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Scheduler enhances the patient/customer experience by courteously and professionally scheduling inpatient and outpatient procedures and surgeries. The role supports the delivery of the Jefferson Experience, emphasizing prompt and courteous treatment of all patients. This position is based at Abington Memorial Hospital in Abington, Pennsylvania, and works a daytime schedule.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Excellent communication skills.
Willingness to provide and support a positive Jefferson Experience for patients and visitors.
Ability to process and interpret data.
Ability to multitask while managing a time-sensitive workload.

Responsibilities

Interact with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
Collect and review patient insurance information, obtain inpatient and outpatient prior authorizations and referral information, and ensure necessary approvals are in place before scheduled surgical procedures.
Complete pre-procedure phone calls and confirm appointment times with patients by telephone.
Provide patients with necessary pre-operative instructions.
Adhere to HIPAA privacy and security requirements and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulatory standards.
Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Benefits

Medical insurance, including prescription coverage
Supplemental insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life and AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Flexible spending accounts
Retirement plans
Tuition assistance
Voluntary benefits, including access to group insurance rates and discounts
Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service
Medical insurance, including prescription coverage, is available to all colleagues, including those working less than part-time