Surgery Scheduler- Plastic Surgery

Surgery Scheduler- Plastic Surgery

Under the direction of the manager or designee supports the functions of the Scheduling Office by facilitating and producing the ORMIS Daily OR Schedule and its supporting documents in a timely and accurate fashion.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Locates order on the Depot and accurately schedules procedures in the proper Epic system such as OpTime, Cupid, or Radiant.
• Schedules appointments to the correct provider including all appropriate information and coordinates appointments on the same day when available.
• Demonstrates the skills of effective communication, decision-making and organization to ensure efficient job performance and job success.
• Educates patients, parents, guardians and/or appropriate designee on managed care process and communicates authorizations if needed.
• Provides high-level customer service to referring providers and referred patients.
• Assists with operational patient flow as applicable; performs problem-solving.
• Maintains current working knowledge; adheres to Health System and departmental policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates an ability to work as a part of a collaborative team with considerable autonomy and with attention to detail.
• Contributes to and assists with the professional development of others.
• Ensures Physician OR time is fully utilized.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum requirements:

• Education: High School Graduate or equivalent required, Associates Degree in a related field preferred.
• Experience: Internal Candidates: Demonstrated proficiency in the duties of the Access Associate Senior role. External Candidates: 3 years' experience in a clinical setting (hospital, surgery center or ambulatory clinic) in an administrative or clinical role required.
• License/Certification: None Required. For Access Lead positions CHAA or Certified Revenue Cycle Representative (CRCR) by HFMA required within 18 months of hire date.

General information:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. The starting base rate for this role is $15.68 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

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