Scheduler III PD

About the role

This position requires a full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center. The employee will demonstrate behavior consistent with core values: Accountability, Best Practices, Compassion, Synergy, and Integrity, while supporting the medical center’s strategic plan and performance improvement/patient safety activities.

The Scheduler/Secretary performs a broad range of secretarial and administrative functions, overseeing the daily operations of perioperative scheduling, including invasive and non-invasive procedures, GI procedures, and surgery procedures. This role involves compiling and completing accurate and timely information for patient medical records and charges using the hospital computer system, ensuring efficient patient flow, and maintaining required documentation.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize workload effectively.
• Track, manage, and organize projects.
• Maintain knowledge and understanding of patient privacy rights and confidentiality of all medical, financial, and sensitive material.
• Use good customer service skills and act as a liaison with all departments.
• Contribute to an effective and safe working environment.
• Demonstrate tact, sensitivity, and discretion in communications.
• Communicate effectively in written and verbal formats.
• Use computer programs accurately and effectively.
• Integrate knowledge of job-specific competencies.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and directives.
• Interact positively and constructively with coworkers, nurses, physicians, and other staff.
• Prioritize and multitask efficiently.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year of acute care experience as a unit secretary, nursing assistant, or nursing student who has completed the first semester of nursing school (preferred).
• Scheduling, data entry, and billing experience (preferred).
• Computer, internet, order entry, and word processing experience (preferred).
• Proficiency in medical terminology.
• Ability to maintain punctuality and consistent attendance.

Pay

$25 per hour. Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors, including relevant years of experience and qualifications. Additional compensation may include shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities.

Benefits

MemorialCare offers high-quality health insurance plan options for employees and their dependents. Additional benefits and rewards are available; visit MemorialCare Benefits for more information.