Surgical Scheduler APR Consulting Inc - 4.2 Washington, DC Job Details Contract $25.80 an hour 23 hours ago Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Customer communication Patient scheduling systems Overseeing health insurance pre-certification In-person customer service Medical scheduling High school diploma or GED Healthcare referral management Clinical information systems Hospital scheduling management Patient interaction Health insurance referral requirements Productivity software Patient registration Medical terminology Technical Proficiency Full Job Description APR Consulting, Inc. has been engaged to identify a

Surgical Scheduler Location:

Washington, DC 20010

Position:

Surgical Scheduler Pay Rate:

$25.80/hr

Duration:

13 weeks

Expected Shift:

40 hrs/week

SCHEDULE

Full-time | Monday-Friday | 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

SUMMARY CONTRACT TYPE

Contract with potential for permanent hire based on business need, performance, attendance, and the availability of a permanent position

START DATE

ASAP

IMPORTANT CALL OUTS

• One round of interviews
• In-person interview preferred at the main campus (111 Michigan Ave NW)
• Pediatric surgical scheduling environment
• Fully onsite position ________________________________________

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or GED required

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in patient registration, medical scheduling, insurance verification, or surgical scheduling within a healthcare setting
• Surgical scheduling experience required
• Experience with insurance authorization, pre-certification, and eligibility verification required
• Experience coordinating multiple providers, appointments, and procedures in a fast-paced clinical environment

CERTIFICATIONS

• None required

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Proficiency with Cerner or a similar EMR scheduling system
• Proficient knowledge of medical insurance verification procedures
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Working knowledge of healthcare insurance, referrals, pre-certifications, authorizations, and billing processes
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively with patients, families, physicians, and multidisciplinary teams
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy ________________________________________

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate clinic visits and surgical procedures for pediatric patients.
• Schedule procedures for Children's Hospital Operating Room, Ambulatory Surgery Center, and affiliated hospitals or surgery centers.
• Obtain physician and facility pre-certifications and prior authorizations.
• Verify insurance eligibility, benefits, referrals, copays, deductibles, and required documentation before procedures.
• Coordinate appointments, diagnostic testing, anesthesia consultations, and surgical services to provide a seamless patient experience.
• Maintain accurate patient registration, demographic, insurance, and guardianship information.
• Communicate with parents, guardians, physicians, and internal departments regarding scheduling, authorizations, and procedural requirements.
• Coordinate vendor services and specialized equipment required for surgical procedures.
• Monitor case readiness and ensure all required documentation is complete prior to surgery.
• Support a collaborative team environment while delivering exceptional customer service to patients and families.

Our client is the one of the largest Healthcare Staffing Provider in the United States, to be assigned at one of their affiliated hospitals/healthcare facilities. This particular client is requiring that all new hires show proof of vaccination. However, accommodations may be made for those with disabilities or religious reasons who cannot obtain a vaccine. Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is a match for this position please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!