Surgery Scheduler

Job Category 51 Employee Type Non-Exempt Description Manage Slocum surgery block/open time for Sacred Heart, McKenzie Willamette, McKenzie Surgery Center, Slocum ASC, and Day Surgery at Riverbend. Ability to manage multiple telephone lines in a call center setting scheduling new surgery appointments. Maintain Knowledge of how to understand and fill Slocum surgery block/open time for Sacred Heart, McKenzie Willamette, McKenzie Surgery Center, Slocum ASC, and Day Surgery at Riverbend. Enter all information into the computer while on the telephone or face to face with a patient Run reports to create Excel spreadsheets and communicate with component reps about upcoming surgeries Communicate effectively and clearly with patients and co-workers Tasks PA for surgery authorization Schedule pre-op visits Schedule anesthesia visits as indicated by facility Schedule Total Joint class for Lower extremity Total Joint patients Send PCP/Sub-specialty medical clearance requests as indicated by surgeon. Maintain cheat sheets for providers in your assigned area. Monitor and respond to Hospital Data Exchange emails Notify Scheduling Leads and Physician Assistant Supervisor when providers are scheduling surgery off template Release unused Slocum block time within the facility guidelines Provide additional patient education regarding surgery and diagnostic procedures Meet monthly with the Surgery Scheduling Team. Use Surgery checklist for every patient scheduled Complete Surgery checklist in its entirety within 24 hours of scheduling the surgery Other duties as assigned Requirements High school diploma, GED, or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and training. Minimum of two years in a related health care setting, including back office or front office administrative roles. Orthopedic experience and/or previous surgery scheduling experience preferred. Certified Medical Assistant preferred. Summary Slocum Orthopedics is currently recruiting for a Full Time Surgery Scheduler. This position is responsible for scheduling orthopedic surgeries at multiple facilities for several physicians in a busy medical office. This person must have the ability to manage multiple telephone lines, and have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Slocum is an AA/EEO/Disability/Vet employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Lincoln