Surgical Scheduler - Urology
Trinity Health · Waterbury, CT · 1 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
The Surgical Scheduler is responsible for scheduling surgical procedures, including pre and postoperative visits under the direction of the provider. Responsibilities include obtaining accurate procedure, demographic, and insurance information, and working with multiple physician practices and hospital departments.
Responsibilities
- Obtain authorization for surgeries, medications, radiology, and PET scans
- Provide pre-anesthesia updates to PAS staff
- FM/LA and jury duty notes
- Book all medical and cardiac clearance appointments
- Book all post-operative appointments
- Show strong organization, communication, and multitasking skills
Requirements
- High school diploma required
- 2-5 years healthcare office experience
- Prior surgical scheduling experience highly preferred
- Medical terminology preferred
- Ability to pass drug screenings and background checks
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will display a drive to provide patient-centered experiences through scholarly scientific inquiry, compassion for the human spirit and mind, advocacy, and education for the patient and families, and collaboration with all those who touch our patients.
Skills
- Excellent communicator: communicates effectively (written and verbal) with colleagues, patients, and family members
- Strong educator: educates patients and family members so that they have a transparent understanding of the care being provided
- Technical familiarity: understands computer-based applications (E-MAR, clinical documentation), email, and standard applications such as Microsoft Office
- Active teamwork: demonstrates problem-solving, conflict resolution, and positive communication through teamwork
Benefits
- Great benefits
- Patient-centric environment
- Career growth and advancement potential
- Diverse and inclusive culture
Pay
Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.
Schedule
Details about the schedule are not specified in the job posting.