Surgical Scheduler - Bariatric Surgery - Waterbury
About The Position
We're hiring for a Surgical Scheduler - Attach Resume Ready to thrive in a dynamic, high-energy environment? Join our Bariatric Surgical Practice and bring your exceptional talents to a team that makes a real impact—every single day. If you love helping patients, staying organized, and being part of a fast paced, supportive team… we want to meet you! You would be responsible for scheduling surgical procedures, including, pre and postoperative visits under the direction of the provider. Responsible for maintaining proper provider schedules and coordinating surgeries in accordance with provider templates. In addition, the employee will be responsible for coordinating the surgeons’ OR schedule and aligning it with the ambulatory practice schedule to ensure there are no overlaps. Responsible for working with multiple physician practices and Hospital departments.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent, Associate's preferred
- Surgical scheduling experience, proficient knowledge of Medical Terminology required; previous experience working in a surgeon's practice, preferred.
- Requires a good understanding of surgical procedures.
- Good critical thinking and problem-solving skills to work effectively to maintain an accurate OR schedule.
- Must have the ability to work within deadlines and in fast paced environment with excellent prioritization skills.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's preferred
- previous experience working in a surgeon's practice, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Complete any pre-authorizations and prior approvals from third party payers for all radiology and surgical procedures
- Capture patient information including demographic, diagnosis, procedure, insurance and physician
- Maintain proper provider schedules and coordinate surgeries in an efficient manner
- Adjust schedule template to accurately reflect surgeons' clinical time
- Confirm electronic health record and outlook schedules match and accurately reflect the surgeon’s daily schedule
- Obtain pre-surgical testing, arrangements and reporting to pre-admission testing
- Schedule procedures in an appropriate time period as it relates to the patient’s diagnosis and urgency of the surgery
- Coordinate exchanges of information between physicians in the group, outside groups, and Saint Francis Hospital as it pertains to the surgical cases
- Review discharge instructions with patients and ensure proper follow-up appointments are scheduled at the time the procedure is scheduled
- Collaborate with Medical Practice Assistants within the office to coordinate aftercare and services required with outside facilities
Benefits
- Great benefits from Day 1
- Patient-centric environment
- Career growth and advancement potential
- Diverse and inclusive culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
