Surgical Scheduling Coordinator II - Urology

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the coordination of all OR surgeries and procedures.
• Maintains front office workflow and makes adjustments to ensure optimal service delivery.
• Verifies patient demographics and obtains pre-certification from insurance carriers for all OR surgeries and procedures.
• Obtains patient medical clearance and resolves patient issues or answers questions regarding policies and procedures.
• Plays surgical confirmation calls 1 day in advance of scheduled surgery or procedure date.
• Schedules post-op follow-up visits with providers.
• Liaises between referring physicians and surgeons for the communication of clinical data and to determine O.R. scheduling, etc.
• Trains and mentors other Surgical Scheduling Coordinators or less senior staff within the unit.
• Collects and distributes appropriate paperwork to internal and external parties to coordinate the surgeries.
• Records hospital reservation and pre-admit data in CERNER system.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred.
• Certificate in Medical Technology preferred.
• Certificate in ICD-9 preferred.
• Certificate in CPT coding preferred.
• 3 years of scheduling experience, with 2 years of experience in a clinical setting, preferably in a medical practice environment.