Surgical Scheduler Position Available In Jefferson, Louisiana

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is Louisiana’s leading cancer care organization, caring for more patients each year than any other facility in the region. And with strategic hospital and physician partnerships, we are delivering on our mission to improve survivorship and lessen the burden of cancer. Mary Bird Perkins and its partners work together to provide state-of-the-art treatments and unparalleled collaborative, comprehensive cancer services. This culture of innovation helps attract the best cancer minds in the country, from expert physicians and highly specialized scientists to forward-thinking leaders in supportive care and other disciplines. Together, with our hospital and physician partners, we are one-hundred percent focused on cancer care. Why Join Us? We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.

Job Description:

SCOPE:

The scope of this position is to schedule surgical procedures and ensure seamless coordination between the clinic, surgeons, and hospitals. This includes confirming OR availability, coordinating pre-operative requirements, and maintaining communication with all stakeholders. The employee shall demonstrate the ability to provide care and customer-focused services with all individuals who enter the practice. It is also imperative to assist fellow employees in providing the highest quality personalized patient care and maintain positive work relationships with other members of the healthcare team.

FUNCTIONS

1. Coordinate Surgical Scheduling 2. Manage Surgeon and OR Availability 3. Pre-Surgical Preparation Coordination 4. Patient Communication and Coordination 5. Other duties as Assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or GED. 2 years’ of scheduling in a clinical setting required Surgical or Oncology scheduling experience preferred Must be able to work independently, possess strong organizational and communication skills and to adhere to established goals and deadlines. ICD-9/10 and CPT coding a plus. For more than 50 years, the staff at Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center has provided the highest quality care to our patients. We strive to hire the best qualified applicants to join our growing team.