Surgery Scheduler Cardiology

Primary Location and Shift

Primary City/State: Mesa, Arizona

Department Name: East Valley Cardiology-Clinic

Work Shift: Day

Schedule/shift Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm

Location: 1520 S. Dobson Rd., Suite 203 Mesa, 85202

Position Summary

As a Surgery Scheduler with Banner Cardiology Clinic you will be getting patients scheduled for their procedures and coordinating benefits, procedure location and other aspects of care. We are looking for someone who has a positive attitude and is ready to help our patients on their healthcare journeys. We are also looking for someone when they have the availability to be willing to help other clinics when their surgery schedulers are out (cross training would be provided).

Core Functions

• Coordinates case times for elective, urgent or emergent surgeries, cardiovascular or obstetrical procedures in a computerized scheduling system. Verifies and reviews physician privilege status prior to scheduling. Interfaces with medical staff office to maintain log of current privilege status and maintains confidentially of all information. May acquire and maintain physician preference information and staff roster.
• Acquires authorization numbers, History and Physicals, results of laboratory tests and verifies that they are current. Orders previous medical records for the day of the procedure, when necessary.
• Types and prints physician orders for multiple physicians and departments. Schedules and maintains physician block time, and block time releases.
• Enters physician’s orders for lab, blood bank, medical imaging, and cardiology. Enters results of diagnostic tests, patient registration information and patient charges. Compiles data and prepares statistical reports for management.
• Conducts charge management audits for assigned area. Reconciles charge packet information with the audit. Identifies missed or incorrect charges and corrects when appropriate.
• Acts as a receptionist to assigned unit; answers phones, relays message. Greets and directs patients, visitors, physicians, and families and answers questions about policies and procedures. Acts as a liaison among nursing units, physician and staff to relay patient data. Screens requests for patient information and refers to appropriate staff. Records and types minutes of staff meetings, when required. Prepares and distributes staff call roster each month.
• Enters facility work orders and supply orders when required by assigned department. Requests repairs/maintenance for business machines in the department. Arranges for pickup and delivery of instruments and equipment and completes all necessary paperwork.
• This position has responsibility for scheduling surgeries and procedures and maintaining a smooth workflow in the area. Must be able to work with minimal supervision, under stressful situations, set priorities and maintain highly confidential information.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
• Requires skills and abilities typically attained with 2 years of medical clerical experience; preferably in a hospital central scheduling or physician office scheduling setting.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is required.
• Also requires knowledge of payor contract terms and processes.
• Must possess excellent organizational skills, as well as effective human relations and communication skills.
• Requires effective teamworking skills and the ability to meet deadlines and productivity standards.
• The position requires knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software and the ability to use computerized scheduling systems.
• Must possess the ability to maintain accurate statistical records, gather data, and produce reports.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Benefits

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EEO Statement

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Drug-Free Workplace

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Corporate Culture

Banner Health is one of the largest, nonprofit health care systems in the country and the leading nonprofit provider of hospital services in all the communities we serve. Throughout our network of hospitals, primary care health centers, research centers, labs, physician practices and more, our skilled and compassionate professionals use the latest technology to make health care easier, so life can be better. The many locations, career opportunities, and benefits offered at Banner Health help to make the Banner Journey unique and fulfilling for every employee.