Perioperative Scheduling Specialist - Labor & Delivery - Full Time at Erlanger Western Carolina Hospital

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Perioperative Scheduling, Medical Coding, CPT Coding, DRG Coding, ICD10 Coding, Medical Terminology, Data Entry, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Patient Communication, Healthcare Administration, Records Management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Summary: The Perioperative Scheduling Specialist is responsible for scheduling surgical procedures and inductions for BEH Labor & Delivery. This person will ensure that the prenatal records will be obtained before delivery, will ensure that the consents are received prior to patient arrival, and verify patient information for accurate and appropriate scheduling of delivery. This person must be able to exercise superior communication skills and filter a vast amount of information accurately, with a working knowledge of CPT, DRG and ICD10 codes, and the ability to interface effectively with patients, physicians, and all other levels within the organization. Performs various other related responsibilities, follows written guidelines and protocols when necessary; assists with maintaining cleanliness and efficiency of the Labor and Delivery Department Data Operations unit. Performs other miscellaneous duties as required by the Nurse Manager. Education: Required: High School Diploma. De-escalation training, if applicable Preferred: Some College Experience: Required: - Minimum of five (5) years healthcare experience - Proficient typing skills - Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and data entry skills - Knowledge of Medical Terminology - CPT/DRG coding Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required: N/A Preferred: N/A Department Position Summary: Schedules, maintains, and organizes the inductions and OR procedures of the BEH Labor & Delivery department effectively and efficiently. Must have a working knowledge and operational understanding of guidelines and procedures related to induction of labor and approved conditions for early induction allowing this individual to extract information from written patient care reports and enter this information into a data base. Gathers information by utilizing computer equipment and individual communication skills to accomplish various tasks. Audits patient accounts in Labor & Delivery. Performs various other related responsibilities, follows written guidelines and protocols when necessary; assists with maintaining cleanliness and efficiency of the Labor and Delivery Department Data Operations unit. Performs other miscellaneous duties as required by the Nurse Manager.

Responsibilities

Responsible for scheduling surgical procedures and inductions for Labor & Delivery while ensuring all prenatal records and consents are obtained. The role involves auditing patient accounts and coordinating effectively between patients, physicians, and organizational staff.