Surgical Scheduler

Location: Austin, TX

Facility: Seton Northwest

Department/Specialty: Ortho Spine & Ortho Trauma

Schedule: Day Shift l Monday - Friday 8:00a - 5:00p

• Works with physician offices to gather information needed to schedule surgeries consistent with department guidelines and accommodating physicians' requests and patients' needs.
• Assigns operating suites and equipment and blocks times to maximize efficient use of resources.
• Ensures that necessary demographic, billing and insurance information is entered into electronic medical records and coordinates with Patient Admitting as needed to prevent delays in scheduled surgery.
• May reschedule surgeries as needed to accommodate emergencies or other unanticipated events.

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
• None Required.
• Preferred Credential(s):
• Approved Local Exception. For use with unique Union job requirements only. Remove if not for Union.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

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