Surgery Scheduler 1yr exp

Surgery Scheduler 1yr exp Richard Lin DO Inc Tustin, CA Job Details Full-time $23.00 - $25.42 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Medical scheduling Administrative experience Medical administrative support Medical billing Typing Clerical experience Health information management 10 key typing Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a highly organized and motivated Surgery Scheduler with at least one year of experience to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will coordinate surgical appointments, manage patient schedules, and ensure seamless communication between patients, surgeons, and clinical staff. Your proactive approach will help optimize operating room utilization and enhance patient care experiences. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess excellent administrative skills, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a meaningful impact in surgical care delivery. Duties Schedule surgeries and procedures accurately within electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic, Meditech, or Athenahealth, ensuring all necessary documentation is complete. Verify insurance coverage, including Medicare and other third-party payers, and facilitate insurance authorization processes. Communicate effectively with patients regarding pre-operative instructions, appointment details, and post-operative care plans via phone and electronic messaging platforms. Review medical records and documentation to confirm completeness and compliance with HIPAA regulations and CPT coding requirements. Coordinate with clinical teams to ensure operating room availability, equipment readiness, and appropriate staffing for scheduled surgeries. Maintain detailed logs of scheduling activities, cancellations, reschedules, and patient interactions using office management software like Eaglesoft or Dentrix. Provide exceptional front desk support by managing multi-line phone systems, greeting patients, and handling administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and appointment reminders. Experience Minimum of one year of experience in medical scheduling within a clinical or hospital setting. Proficiency with EMR systems such as Epic, Meditech, or Athenahealth; experience with dental office management software like Eaglesoft or Dentrix is a plus. Knowledge of medical terminology, ICD-10/ICD-9 coding systems, CPT coding procedures, and documentation review processes. Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations related to patient privacy and health information management. Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) and typing speed of at least 10-key per minute. Bilingual abilities are highly desirable to serve diverse patient populations effectively. Prior clinic or hospital experience involving medical billing, insurance verification, or care plan coordination is preferred. Exceptional customer service skills combined with professional phone etiquette and clerical support experience in a busy medical office environment. Join our team to help deliver outstanding surgical care through efficient scheduling practices while supporting our commitment to compassionate patient service!

Pay:

$23.00 - $25.42 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person