Surgery Scheduler Jobs

TITLE Surgery Scheduler

REPORTS TO Practice Manager

EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT NE

DIRECT REPORTS No

LAST UPDATED 1/1/20

DUTIES

• Schedules and coordinates all surgeries, pre-operative testing and appointments for physicians as appropriate
• Attends training programs as required
• Obtains all necessary surgical release forms as required
• Obtains necessary prior approval for surgery to be performed
• Attends department and all staff meetings
• Confirms all insurance eligibility and benefits of patient
• Maintains patient confidentiality; complies with HIPAA and compliance guidelines established by the company
• Maintains detailed knowledge of EMR and other computer software as it relates to job functions
• Communicates all necessary information to appropriate physicians, staff and hospital/surgery center.
• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS Demonstrates verbal and written English skills to facilitate communication with patients, physicians and other employees. Must be proficient with computers; 1-2 years surgery scheduling experience; knowledge of medical terminology and experience with electronic medical records required. Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 codes preferred. Must have strong written and verbal communication skills, be highly motivated and have a neat, professional appearance and behavior.

WORKING CONDITIONS Ability to bend, stoop, sit, stand, reach and lift items weighing 25 pounds or less.

The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and should not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.