Surgical Posting Coord, Labor & Delivery, Nights

University of Maryland Medical System • Largo, MD

7d • $19 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

Under regular supervision, the Surgical Posting Coordinator is responsible for managing the schedule of inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures. The Surgical Posting Coordinator works and maintains proper communications with the surgeons and/or the surgeons’ offices to obtain necessary information to schedule complete and accurate procedures and assures the office receives information of posted cases. If assigned to the OR, the Surgical Posting Coordinator organizes and manages the scheduling grid utilizing the MSM module to post procedures within the time frames that the room is available and not interfering with another surgeon’s block time. The Surgical Posting Coordinator must make sure that all information on the patient is correct and up to date. The Surgical Posting Coordinator also maintains daily and monthly statistical data for all procedures, compiles data into periodic statistical reports according to department policy, and performs clerical duties as required.

Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - Required
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Three years clerical experience with a minimum of 1 year in medical field.
• Computer experience required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Sets priorities and handles multiple projects simultaneously, under deadlines.
• Individual will possess positive interpersonal and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of surgical procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedules/Posts inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures.
• Ensures documentation is complete, clear, concise and accurate patient information for each surgical posting.
• Coordinates the scheduling of inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures, utilizing available staffed surgery hours efficiently.
• Assumes accountability for accurate and timely patient case data into computer system.
• Integrates cases into schedule up to 24 hours prior to surgery.
• Cancels cases and enters cancelation information promptly.
• Communicates information for each surgical procedure to appropriate departments and individuals.
• Communicates Department leadership regarding any schedule changes.
• Communicates with the surgeon’s office to confirm postings after the case is posted to assure that the case has been posted correctly and matches the surgeon’s schedule.
• Answers telephones promptly and responds appropriately in a professional manner at all times.
• Demonstrates awareness of clinical priorities and patient issues requiring immediate attention.
• Maintains open communication with patients, physicians, visitors and/or co-workers. Speaks in a polite, clear and calm voice.
• Prioritizes phone calls and verbal messages appropriately.
• Maintains a current listing of physician privileges and protocols.
• Maintains an accurate listing of physicians on Medical Records suspension list and schedules accordingly.
• Maintains physical work environment, including cleanliness, organization, upkeep of office equipment, processing work orders, and communicating with Facilities and EVS.
• Checks computer/fax/copier/printer to ensure functionality and device readiness.
• Demonstrates ability to operate phone, fax, message recorder, copier and computer hardware.
• Appropriately communicates computer system and other devices issues.
• Participates in cost containment measures by utilizing supplies efficiently and utilizing work time productively.
• Participates in data collection and audits.
• Maintains surgical block cancelation reasons for monthly reports and block utilization review.
• Maintains form supply.
• Maintains toner/cartridge and adequate supply of paper and labels.
• Participates in unit activities.
• Performs other clerical, administrative and support duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Shift Differential

What This Job Offers

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