Surgical Scheduler

SB Clinical Practice Management • Lake Grove, NY

14h • $22 - $28

About The Position

The Surgical Scheduler at Stony Brook Surgical Associates, UFPC is responsible for obtaining authorizations for surgeries and scheduling history and physical appointments and preadmission testing. The role coordinates operating room bookings and specialized equipment, supports ambulatory surgery coverage, and acts as a liaison among operating room and ambulatory surgery teams, attending physicians, residents, nurse practitioners/physician assistants, and representatives. The position also includes patient insurance validation, maintaining surgery files, answering phones, and light secretarial duties.

This is a full-time position in Lake Grove, New York, scheduled Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. At the manager’s discretion, the role may be eligible for remote work after 90 days. The listed pay range is $22.17–$27.70; compensation is determined based on relevant experience, education, and market considerations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of full-time medical office experience.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of IDX, CERNER, and computers.
• Knowledge of the insurance authorization process.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate main operating room bookings and schedule specialized operating room equipment.
• Cross-cover ambulatory surgery.
• Obtain precertification and authorization for surgical procedures and medical clearance, and review and validate patient insurance.
• Schedule patients’ history and physical appointments and preadmission testing.
• Maintain paper files on scheduled surgeries.
• Answer phones and assist with light secretarial duties.
• Serve as a liaison between the operating room, Ambulatory Surgery Center, attending physicians, residents, nurse practitioners/physician assistants, and representatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

What This Job Offers

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