Surgery Scheduler - Hybrid/Remote - 123190

#123190 Surgery Scheduler - Hybrid/Remote

Filing Deadline: Tue 5/30/2023

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This position will work a hybrid schedule which includes a combination of working both onsite at Perlman in La Jolla and remote.
Description
Under the supervision of the Clinic Manager the surgery coordinator is responsible for the coordination of surgery scheduling and surgery related issues. Schedules outpatient clinic appointments, related tests, procedures and pre- and post-op appointments. Confirms referrals, authorizations are appropriate for level of scheduled services. Functions as liaison for patients, physicians, hospitals, and other departments regarding scheduling, authorization and patient surgery preparation. Provides support for DME ordering and coordination of services. Determines patient problems and inform appropriate individuals of solutions and/or make recommendations as appropriate. With the approval of the Clinic Manager, the Surgery Coordinator initiates and participates in improvement efforts which directly impact the practice. Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess the ability to maintain diplomacy at all times when working with patients, physicians, co-workers, and other UC departments and staff.
• Demonstrated understanding of the TAR process.
• A minimum of three (3) years of related surgery scheduling experience in ambulatory setting.
• Proficient knowledge of MS Office.
• Ability to articulate physician's areas of expertise.
• Possess the extensive knowledge and skills for practice in Ambulatory setting.
• Understands and applies Cash Pay/Self Pay processes.
• Experience and ability to work with electronic medical records and appointment scheduling.
• Ability to process and secure appropriate referral and authorization for services as needed.
• Experience processing authorizations, referrals, and with financial oversight; or anequivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to understand functions and responsibilities of clinical support units.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or training with Epic.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours, days, shifts, on-call and various locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

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Annual Full Pay Range: $53,077 - $65,960 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $25.42 - $31.59
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
Job offer is contingent on successful engagement in the UC COVID-19 Vaccination program (fully vaccinated with documented proof or approved exception/deferral).
If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.
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