Surgical Scheduler - Warrington

Bucks County Orthopedic Specialists•Warrington Township, PA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Scheduler is responsible for coordinating and scheduling surgical procedures for physicians and advanced practice providers across Bucks County Orthopedic Specialists. This role works closely with patients, providers, hospitals, surgery centers, and insurance companies to ensure surgical cases are scheduled accurately, efficiently, and on time. The Surgical Scheduler serves as a key point of contact for patients throughout the surgical scheduling process by providing procedural information, coordinating pre-operative requirements, obtaining authorizations, and maintaining clear communication between all parties involved in patient care. This position plays an important role in supporting efficient surgical operations, accurate documentation, and a positive patient experience.

Requirements

HIPAA compliant
AT LEAST 1 year of prior experience as a Surgical Coordinator or Scheduler
Multitasking experience
Experience in office administration, clerical duties, and front desk operations
Knowledge of medical terminology, EMR systems, and HIPAA regulations.
Experiece with EPIC is REQUIRED.
Minimum of one (1) year of previous experience in surgical scheduling, medical scheduling, or a physician practice environment preferred.
Working knowledge of medical terminology, insurance authorization processes, and EMR/EHR systems.
Experiece with EPIC is REQUIRED.
Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general office systems.
Knowledge of HIPAA and patient confidentiality standards.

Nice To Haves

Candidates who reside in Bucks County, PA, are preferred.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office and customer service experience
good communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

Coordinate and schedule surgical procedures with hospitals, surgery centers, physicians, and patients.
Communicate with patients and families regarding surgical scheduling, preparation instructions, and procedural information.
Obtain insurance authorizations and pre-certifications for surgical procedures and related services.
Verify referrals, insurance requirements, and required surgical documentation before procedures.
Coordinate surgical schedules and maintain ongoing communication with providers regarding surgical cases and schedule changes.
Prepare and maintain surgical documentation, consent forms, orders, and related records.
Review and track operative reports, hospital information, and surgical documentation as required.
Maintain accurate documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR/EHR) system.
Assist with surgical coding, billing-related documentation, and charge preparation as needed.
Coordinate communication between providers, clinical staff, hospitals, surgery centers, physical therapy offices, and outside vendors.
Support front office operations, scheduling, phone coverage, and administrative duties as needed.
Assist with scanning, filing, faxing, and other clerical responsibilities.
Follow HIPAA guidelines and maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
Promote a professional, compassionate, and patient-focused environment.
Perform additional administrative or operational duties as assigned.