Under general supervision, responsible for scheduling operating time of information systems operations in order to ensure that the information systems equipment is effectively utilized.
Responsibilities
- Schedules surgical procedures, diagnostic therapy and other treatments; coordinates pre-surgical medical clearance and care coordination for discharge orders.
- Verifies receipt of physician orders.
- Communicates with patients, providers, and associates via email, fax, and telephone; educates patients on pre-op and post-op instructions.
- Recommends standard policies and procedures for providing routine service.
- Coordinates preventive maintenance requirements with operating requirements.
- Reconciles surgery reports within 24 hours to confirm authorizations match surgery performed.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Bilingual (Spanish and English) preferred.
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Some medical experience.
- Previous surgery scheduling experience.
- Previous electronic medical record (EMR) experience.
- Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.