Surgery Scheduler

OrthoVirginia • Blacksburg, VA

4d • $18 - $27

About The Position

OrthoVirginia is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Surgery Scheduler to coordinate surgical procedures and support patients throughout the surgical process. The role partners with physicians, patients, surgery centers, hospitals, insurance providers, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure procedures are scheduled efficiently and patients are prepared for surgery.

The Surgery Scheduler coordinates inpatient and outpatient procedures, diagnostic testing, follow-up care, insurance authorization, pre-operative requirements, patient communication, and accurate documentation. The position supports a seamless patient experience from scheduling through surgery.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in surgery scheduling, patient scheduling, medical office administration, or healthcare coordination.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Experience verifying insurance eligibility, obtaining prior authorizations, and coordinating healthcare services.
• Experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication, customer service, and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently, think critically, and resolve issues with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of surgical terminology.
• Orthopedic experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inpatient and outpatient surgeries, procedures, diagnostic testing, and follow-up care.
• Schedule procedures with hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, and other healthcare facilities.
• Verify insurance eligibility, obtain prior authorizations, and coordinate required pre-certifications.
• Collaborate with physicians, clinical staff, and surgical facilities to ensure documentation, equipment, and surgical requirements are completed.
• Educate patients on surgical scheduling, pre-admission requirements, pre-operative testing, and post-operative instructions.
• Communicate scheduling updates and serve as a primary point of contact for patients throughout the surgical process.
• Coordinate physician orders, prescriptions, laboratory testing, and other pre-operative requirements.
• Maintain accurate patient records and supporting documentation for coding, billing, and regulatory compliance.
• Work with providers and multidisciplinary teams to ensure an organized, efficient surgical scheduling process.

What This Job Offers

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