Surgical Services Scheduler

Surgical Services Scheduler

Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: pride in what they do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. St. Vincent's Medical Center in Bridgeport has more than 3,200 employees. It includes a 473-bed community teaching hospital, a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility in Westport, a large multispecialty provider group, and special needs services for adults and children. St. Vincent's is the first hospital in Fairfield County to be integrated into the Hartford HealthCare network, and is the system's second-largest hospital.

JOB SUMMARY

Supports the needs of the Surgical Services Department by coordinating and maintaining an efficient and cost-effective surgical schedule. The Surgical Services Scheduler assists with coordinating requested equipment, supplies and services.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

Experience: Two to four years of experience in a hospital or medical related field with advanced knowledge of computers and data entry functions. Minimum of 2 years of experience in a hospital or medical-related setting required. Required experience in surgical scheduling and patient billing services. Experience coordinating surgical cases, including equipment, supplies, and services strong preferred.

Language Skills: Fluent in English

Preferred Requirements

Experience: Two to four years of experience in a hospital or medical related field with advanced knowledge of computers and data entry functions

Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements

Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, and effectively communicate information

Working knowledge of medical terminology to include CPT codes and ICD codes

Accurate grammar, spelling and punctuation skills necessary

Proficient computer skills to include working knowledge of Windows based software, including word processing, database, and spreadsheet programs.

Demonstrate strong customer service skills and has excellent interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with departments, employees, physicians and managers.

Ability to work in stressful environment and demonstrate the ability to handle multiple priorities.

We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.

Other Locations: United States

Regular Standard Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule: Full-time (40 hours)