Coordinator Surgery/Special Unit - Taussig Cancer Center Ambulatory

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Taussig Cancer Center and become part of one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Known for its continuous clinical trials and cancer research, the Taussig Cancer Center ensures all patients receive top-quality patient care and have access to the newest advances in cancer treatment. Surgery/Special Unit Coordinators are the backbone to the Taussig Cancer Center’s ambulatory operations. Patients coming to the Taussig Cancer Center are very sick and appreciative of the coordination and scheduling that caregivers in this role do. A caregiver in this position works Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. A caregiver who excels in this role will: Ensure accuracy of system-wide master patient index through validation and capture of patient demographic data. Validate patient physician information and ensures accurate collection. Identify patients in need of financial counseling to ensure appropriate payment of services. Triage appointments, based on diagnosis, patient preferences, and physician specialty. Coordinate services and provide special instructions as requested by patients, internal physicians and referring physicians. Perform scheduling both intra‑ and inter‑departmentally as requested by physician orders. Receive orders and processes as indicated by provider and schedules according to protocol. Ensure accuracy of all data including appropriate CPT coding and case information (side, equipment, etc.). Serve as liaison with admitting office regarding hospital reservations, update admission information and cancel reservations. Act as a resource to all department personnel (surgeons, medical secretaries, nurses, residents, etc.) on daily activity. Communicate with patients and their families to provide detailed instructions, directions, and resources available. Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: High school diploma or GED. Two years of related experience in an area that provides broad knowledge of medical terminology that includes patient registration, patient billing, insurance processing or appointment/operating room scheduling OR three years of customer service concierge experience. Proficient in personal computers (PC) and general knowledge of PC‑based systems and software. Working knowledge of computerized appointment/OR scheduling systems, patient billing, insurance processing or other related office functions to coordinate patient access. Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel applications. Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: In-depth knowledge of medical terminology and/or CPT/ICD coding. Physical Requirements: Requires frequent standing, walking and sitting for extended periods of time. Lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. Requires manual dexterity to grasp and handle records and to operate PC computer in the course of work and navigate throughout the hospital. Normal or corrected vision. Personal Protective Equipment: Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. Pay Range Minimum hourly: $16.47 Maximum hourly: $23.61 The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.). #J-18808-Ljbffr Cleveland Clinic