Surgical Scheduling Coordinator
About The Position
SCOPE Responsible for scheduling of a mbulatory OR surgery/procedures cases on a daily basis . P rovides support to front office operations to ensure smooth flow of patient care, but not limited to registration, scheduling, pre/post follow-up patient calls. Contact insurance providers to obtain preauthorization for surgical procedures and diagnostic testing. Actively participate in process improvement initiative to ensure the coordination of care. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Responsible for the coordination of all OR surgeries and procedures. Monitors front office workflow and make adjustment to ensure optimum delivery of service. Responsible for the Verification of patient demographics and obtaining pre-certification from insurance carriers for all OR surgeries and procedures. Responsible for obtaining patient medical clearance. Resolve patient issues or answer questions regarding policies and procedures. Places surgical confirmation calls 1 day in advance of scheduled surgery or procedure date. Schedules post-op follow up visits with providers. Liaison between referring physicians and surgeons for the communication of clinical data and to determine O.R. scheduling, etc. Trains and mentors other Surgical Scheduling Coordinator(s) or less senior staff within the unit. Collects and distributes appropriate paperwork to internal and external parties to coordinate the surgeries. Recording of hospital reservation and pre-admit data into system . Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements
- 3 years of scheduling experience, with 2 years of experience in a clinical setting, preferably in a medical practice environment
- Requires sitting for long periods of time.
- Some bending and stretching
- Adequate finger dexterity and feeling to perform keyboarding and substantial
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree preferred
- Certificate in Medical Technology preferred
- Certificate in ICD- 10 preferred
- Certificate in CPT coding preferred
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the coordination of all OR surgeries and procedures.
- Monitors front office workflow and make adjustment to ensure optimum delivery of service.
- Responsible for the Verification of patient demographics and obtaining pre-certification from insurance carriers for all OR surgeries and procedures.
- Responsible for obtaining patient medical clearance.
- Resolve patient issues or answer questions regarding policies and procedures.
- Places surgical confirmation calls 1 day in advance of scheduled surgery or procedure date.
- Schedules post-op follow up visits with providers.
- Liaison between referring physicians and surgeons for the communication of clinical data and to determine O.R. scheduling, etc.
- Trains and mentors other Surgical Scheduling Coordinator(s) or less senior staff within the unit.
- Collects and distributes appropriate paperwork to internal and external parties to coordinate the surgeries.
- Recording of hospital reservation and pre-admit data into system
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Benefits
- Be part of a practice at the forefront of cutting-edge cancer care and advanced treatments
- Access opportunities for professional growth and continuing education.
- Work alongside a collaborative and compassionate team of experts dedicated to making a difference.
- Enjoy the convenience of multiple locations throughout the Capital Region.
- Contribute to groundbreaking clinical trials that shape the future of oncology care.
- Discover your career potential with a practice dedicated to excellence and innovation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
