Surgery Scheduling Specialist

Northside Hospital Inc. • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

Performs scheduling in a high-volume, fully computerized environment and serves as a professional liaison for staff, other hospital personnel, medical staff, and physicians’ offices. The role requires specific knowledge of clinical service lines for operating rooms at all Northside surgical locations, as well as labor and delivery and GI services. Additional skills include typing, experience with computerized documentation systems, strong customer service, and problem solving.

The stated work hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, Nursing, or a related field, or five years of previous medical-related clerical experience.
• Typing skills and experience using computerized documentation systems.
• Strong customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Highly developed interpersonal, facilitation, verbal communication, and written communication skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to plan time effectively, balance multiple tasks, and execute projects to completion.
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in using a computerized scheduling system.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of responsibility.
• Ability to work independently.
• Specific knowledge of clinical service lines for operating rooms at all Northside surgical locations, labor and delivery, and GI services.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, Nursing, or a related field.
• McKesson Pathways Healthcare Scheduling (PHS) experience.
• Previous experience in a hospital or medical office scheduling environment.
• Experience interfacing with physician offices, other organization departments, and third-party payers.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduling in a high-volume, fully computerized environment.
• Act as a professional liaison for staff, other hospital personnel, medical staff, and physicians’ offices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree