Lead Surgery Scheduler

Lead Surgery Scheduler, M-F 8:30a-5p, Surgery General Powers Health is hiring a Lead Surgery Scheduler for the OR to work days at Community Hospital in Munster, IN. The Surgery Department provides care to a wide variety of patients, from the neonate to the critically ill elderly adult, inpatients and outpatients. Our comprehensive surgical care includes, but is not limited to, the following specialties: general surgery, OB/GYN, orthopedic, open heart, cardiovascular, cardiothoracic, neurosurgery, urology, ENT, Retina, and robotic.

Lead Surgery Scheduler Roles & Responsibilities:

Oversees and reviews the Surgery Schedulers. Assures that the surgical schedule runs efficiently and accurately on a daily basis. Accurately screens surgical/procedural reservations for appropriateness within outpatient setting per established policy and procedure. Demonstrates adherence to established scheduling procedure, policies, and practices to maximize efficient utilization of resources. Contacts appropriate sales representatives, orders necessary items required for scheduled procedures. Reviews and reconciles billing reports on a daily basis. Receives and delivers messages to physician offices and other personnel as needed.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent required. 1-2 years related experience in surgical scheduling, prefer a health care setting. Medical Terminology required. Excellent communication skills required for effective interaction with surgeons, surgeon's office staff, other hospital departments, vendors, and staff. Prior experience and knowledge of all material, supplies and capital equipment. Must display personal computer skills such as; Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, etc. Your Extraordinary Career Starts Here We invite you to join our team of professionals where your unique talents will be well utilized in a work environment that promotes your further growth and development. In return for your valuable service and contributions, CHS offers a competitive wage and benefits package along with the necessary tools, resources and mentoring opportunities to support your career advancement goals. Our comprehensive benefits program includes, but is not limited to: Medical, dental and vision coverage Wellness program, including free screenings Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA) Retirement savings plan Life insurance Disability income protection Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Fitness center discount program Tuition assistance and career development Paid Time Off (PTO) Reward and recognition programs Join our team of healthcare professionals at Powers Health. Apply today!