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Overview OrthoAlliance is a nationally leading patient-centered, physician-led management services organization that helps orthopedic practices grow and thrive in an evolving healthcare landscape. Its partner practices include more than 200 physicians across the full spectrum of orthopedic and sports medicine specialties. As part of SCA Health, OrthoAlliance is backed by a national organization that serves more than two million patients each year across hundreds of surgical facilities and physician practice clinics nationwide. Together, OrthoAlliance and SCA Health are committed to delivering quality-driven, value-based care while supporting physicians and improving the patient experience. At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people – the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure or innovation is a team of 15,000+ professionals working together, learning from each other and living out the mission, vision and values that define our organization. As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy. What sets SCA Health apart isn’t just what we do, it’s how we do it . Each decision we make is rooted in seven core values : Clinical quality Integrity Service excellence Teamwork Accountability Continuous improvement Inclusion Our values aren’t empty words – they inform our attitudes, actions and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians and communities. Here, you’ll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians and improve health care in America. At SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Please visit, to learn more about our benefits. Your ideas should inspire change. If you join our team, they will . Responsibilities Essential Duties & Responsibilities Schedule surgical procedures for assigned providers. Conduct pre-operative appointments with patients, ensuring all required documentation and consent forms are completed accurately. Educate patients regarding surgery dates, locations, preparation requirements, and procedural logistics. Create and process surgery orders and related surgical documentation. Submit completed booking sheets, screenings, and required paperwork to hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs). Coordinate surgical scheduling and related activities with hospitals, ASCs, physicians, and clinical staff. Verify procedures have received appropriate authorization and approval from the Pre-Certification Department. Schedule and coordinate post-operative appointments, physical therapy services, and outpatient testing as directed. Maintain current knowledge of insurance requirements, authorization processes, and payer guidelines. Collaborate with vendors to coordinate surgical equipment, implants, and hardware needs. Maintain and update facility-specific consent forms, pre-operative guidelines, and order sets. Respond to and manage patient inquiries promptly and professionally.Utilize multiple software systems to coordinate surgeries, provider schedules, and patient appointments. Covers for other schedulers as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications High school diploma or GED required. Previous surgery scheduling or medical scheduling experience required. Orthopedic experience preferred. Experience with AthenaHealth EMR is a plus. Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and other healthcare scheduling systems preferred. USD $16.00/Hr. USD $24.00/Hr. #J-18808-Ljbffr Denton Surgery Center, LLC