Surgical Scheduler

Ascension•Carmel, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for coordinating OR surgery schedules to maximize the efficient use of operating rooms, equipment, and staff. The Surgical Scheduler will work with physician offices to gather necessary information for scheduling surgeries, ensuring compliance with department guidelines while accommodating physician requests and patient needs. This position involves assigning operating suites, equipment, and blocking times to optimize resource utilization. Additionally, the role requires ensuring accurate entry of demographic, billing, and insurance information into electronic medical records and coordinating with Patient Admitting to prevent delays. The Surgical Scheduler may also be responsible for rescheduling surgeries due to emergencies or other unforeseen events.

Requirements

High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Responsibilities

Coordinate OR surgery schedules to maximize efficient use of operating rooms, equipment, and staff.
Work with physician offices to gather information needed to schedule surgeries consistent with department guidelines and accommodating physicians’ requests and patients’ needs.
Assign operating suites and equipment and block times to maximize efficient use of resources.
Ensure that necessary demographic, billing and insurance information is entered into electronic medical records and coordinates with Patient Admitting as needed to prevent delays in scheduled surgery.
May reschedule surgeries as needed to accommodate emergencies or other unanticipated events.