Surgery Scheduler

Description We are a busy Orthopaedic practice in Upland looking for a full-time surgery scheduler to coordinate surgeries and in-office procedures for our practice. We have three physicians which will book around 30-40 surgeries and 10-20 procedures each month. Surgery scheduling experience required. Familiarity with Orthopaedic procedures and codes is a plus! Primary Job Duties Procedure & Surgery Scheduling: must utilize the operating room block time to schedule surgery time with patients; this is often done in person during clinic appointments but can also be done via phone Authorizations & Eligibility: must confirm patient eligibility and benefits with insurance plan and must submit for and obtain prior authorizations for all procedures or surgeries. _Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 codes required. Advise patients of benefit info, collect any deductibles, co-insurance, or deposits prior to procedure/surgery dates Provide patients with medical clearance and consent forms; follow up with patients for returned clearance and consentsCancel and/or reschedule appointments as needed Call patients one day prior to surgery for confirmation of date, time, and any pre-surgery instructions Work with Front Office staff, Back Office medical assistants and physicians with regards to surgery appointments. Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Medical Specialty Orthopedics Work Location: In person Requirements Must have at least one year Surgery Scheduling experience; Orthopaedic Preferred Must know diagnostics, CPT codes. Experience with prior surgery authorization and experience with HMO authorizations. Experience with an EMR/EHR system. Experience with Excel spreadsheets. Must have organizational skills and great phone etiquette Job Type: Full-time #J-18808-Ljbffr Premier Orthopaedic Trauma Specialists