Surgery Scheduler

Surgical Scheduling CoordinatorRESPONSIBILITIESCoordinates processes and routes all paperwork as required to meet physician and facility requirements. Provides accurate, thorough and complete documentation of all information pertinent to patient treatment. Returns and responds to all calls relating to scheduling timely.

Ensures medical clearances are obtained by patient prior to surgery. Obtains authorizations prior to surgery date. Ensures insurance verifications are received prior to procedures. Takes payments for procedures and past due balances.

Reschedules procedure appointments as needed. Helps with other ancillary tasks including but not limited to following up with patients that no-show or cancel surgical appointments, sending H&P orders and consents to outside hospitals.

Works as a team member within the patient services department and all other departments. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with physicians, staff and management. Documents work processes as required. Demonstrates courtesy and helpfulness toward patients and their families. Perform other job-related duties as assigned by management.

REQUIREMENTS

High School diplomaMinimum 1- year experience in surgery/procedure schedulingFamiliarity with CPT codes, as well as ICD 9 and ICD 10Knowledge with pre-verification / pre-authorization for patientsProficiency with Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel and OutlookExtreme politeness and customer service attitude to patients and facilities where procedures are being scheduledTeam player, working in a respectful and cooperative manner with other office staff membersDedicated work ethic and concern for overall patient well-beingWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact hradmin@principlehs.com. 8am-5pm, Monday through Friday.