Patient Surgery Scheduler Jobs in Iowa

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Work with other OR schedulers and staff and communicate patient needs and responsibilities necessary prior to surgical procedures.

Provide education and guidance to incoming providers and staff to onboard and understand the OR scheduling process.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Demonstrates knowledge of effective strategies for working with diverse faculty, staff, and students.

1-year of experience working in a healthcare administrative environment.

Organization and time management skills.

Working knowledge of PC applications, Word, Excel, etc.

This position requires knowledge of hospital and department policies and procedures.

High school graduate or equivalent.

Must be able to maintain positive public relations image in all medical staff and interdepartmental communications.

Must relate to physicians, coworkers and patients in a courteous, helpful and respectful manner.

Knowledge of health insurance requirements as it relates to pre-authorization, eligibility and out-of-pocket responsibilities.

Demonstrate knowledge and skill necessary to perform all job requirements.

Offer flexibility to ensure that there is proper staffing coverage.

Organizational skills required by the position; analytical skills to compile and interpret data.

Ability to perform basic computer skills is required.

High School degree or equivalent. Knowledge of medical terminology.

Knowledge of keyboarding and computer data entry skills.

Knowledge of principles of sanitation and health hazards.

Knowledge of medical terminology, instruments and supplies.

We dedicate ourselves to equity and fairness in research, health care, education, and health.

Independently obtain and record vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.

Assists with patient admission, transfers, and discharges.

Conducts patient pre-certification on proper insurance approval for appointments and medical care.

Escalates non-routine issues to the practice manager or physician.

Two (2) years related experience in a health care organization is required

Previous surgery scheduling experience preferred.

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

Maintains the surgery schedule, providing necessary information to patients and physicians.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

Physicial Requirements and Working Conditions:

Prolonged sitting and keying into PC/terminal -May require overtime -Able to work under deadlines and time constraints