Surgery Scheduler at UPMC

York, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strong Drive, Proactive, Collaborative, Organization, Time Management, Interpersonal Skills, Tact, Diplomacy, Compassion, Professionalism, Decision-Making Skills, Insurance Knowledge, Confidentiality, Medical Terminology, Computer Software Knowledge, Practice Management Databases

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

The Leader Surgical Associates department is looking for a new Surgery Scheduler to join their supportive and close-knit team. This applicant needs to have a strong drive, be proactive, and be collaborative. Schedule: Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., some flexibility. No weekends or holidays! Purpose: Coordinate and schedule patients for in-patient and outpatient surgical procedures. Assist the surgeon and the administrator in promoting, developing and monitoring all aspects of operations. Responsibilities: Work directly with department to troubleshoot procedural and operations issues. Coordinate and monitor patient follow-up through the Refract Tracker and EPIC. Prepare and forward all necessary admission reservations/requisitions, including demographics and insurance information to hospitals. Coordinate cases and communicates with hospital personnel to obtain approval for hospital admissions. Discuss and coordinate financial arrangements prior to surgery including the collection of pre-payments. Ensure that informed consents are signed. Provide patients with pre and postoperative instruction according to service specific guidelines. Coordinate patient education seminars and schedules physicians accordingly. Collect data for research study. Schedule pre-screening exams, diagnostic testing, post-operative appointments and surgical cases for all patients. Ensure all billing and insurance information is current and accurate. Complete special projects as assigned. Act as liaison between patient and referring physicians. Obtain pre-certification and/or referral prior to the date of the procedure. Coordinate and track internal and external marketing efforts. Attend and schedule department meetings. Answer and respond to all incoming telephone inquiries regarding surgery and provides educational material, both verbally and through printed materials. High school diploma or equivalent required. Completion of a medical assisting program or 2-4 year's experience in a medical field. Proficiency in medical terminology preferred. General knowledge of computer software and practice management databases is essential. Knowledge of the Epic practice management programs preferred. Strong organization, time management and interpersonal skills. Tact and diplomacy are necessary in dealing with physicians, patients and their families and other employees. Ability to deal compassionately and professionally with patients is essential. Work independently and possess sound decision-making skills. Knowledge of insurance regulations, specifically Medicare, BC/BS, managed care plans and workers compensation carriers regarding scheduling and approval of surgical procedures. Ability to prioritize work demands. Ability to consistently maintain confidentiality with regards to all job assignments and related information. Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Act 34 UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

Coordinate and schedule patients for surgical procedures while assisting the surgeon and administrator in operations. Troubleshoot procedural issues and ensure all necessary documentation and patient education are provided.