Scheduler - Surgical

Scheduler Position SummaryThe Scheduler is responsible for securing clinical information to accurately schedule surgical procedures. The patient is pre-registered in the hospital information system to enable pre-certification of the procedure prior to the day of the procedure.

Scheduler Position Requirements

• Must be able to organize effectively, work under restraints of time and pressure while maintaining accuracy.
  
• Must communicate effectively and have attention for detail.
  
• Must accept change on a routine basis.
  
• Exact identification of patient is essential.
  
• Must be able to review and critically analyze data to ensure accuracy.
  
• Requires four months on-the-job training
  Experience
  
• One to two years medical /business office experience.
  
• Computer experience and keyboarding (typing) required.
  
• Experience in healthcare billing, collection, or registration preferred.
  
• Customer service experience preferred.
  
• Professional communication and phone skills required.
  
• Ability to work independently and accountably.
  
• Six months to one year medical/business office preferred experience.
  
• Medical terminology and/or medical work related knowledge preferred.
  Education
  
• High school graduate or equivalent required.
  
• Medical terminology and/or medical work related knowledge preferred.
  
• Courses in computer, office or public relations preferred.
  Scheduler Schedule
  
• Expected to work Monday through Friday and weekends as needed.
  
• Must be willing to work in an emergency.
  Scheduler Benefits
  
• At TidalHealth, team members working at least 36 hours per pay period based on 12-hour shift schedules or at least 37.5 hours for non 12-hour shift schedules and part-time team members working at least 30 hours or more on weekends only are eligible for benefits.
  
• Benefits include medical, prescription, vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance plans, life insurance, paid time off plans, retirement plans, tuition assistance, employee assistance, and access to on-site childcare and a credit union.

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