Surgery Scheduler Job at Proliance Puget Sound Orthopaedics, Issaquah, WA

  • Proliance Puget Sound Orthopaedics
  • Issaquah, WA

Job Description

Scheduler PositionThe role of the Scheduler is essential to providing excellent surgical care and clinical care for every patient, every day. This role makes certain that the patient is scheduled in a timely, accurate, efficient and compassionate manner so that the processes surrounding the procedure are of no distraction or concern. The primary responsibility is to ensure, organize, and maintain an active, accurate and operational surgery schedule for all involved.Schedule: Monday - Friday: 7:30am-4:00pm or 8:00am-4:30pmKey Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe key duties and responsibilities of the Scheduler include, but are not limited to:Provide guidance to patients and/or their caregivers on completing necessary forms and information to be provided, making sure to update this in the practice management and EMR software; ensure completion of all pre and post operational dataAssist with facilitation and scheduling of outside referrals, tests, and/or consultationsSchedule surgeries via phone or in-person, verifying eligibility, and triaging with physicians and clinical staff to resolve any scheduling problemsSchedule surgeries based on the availability of the surgeon, the surgical team and the medical condition of the patientAssure appropriate coordination with other medical professionals involved and the related surgical center/location's departments, when special surgical needs occur.Schedule any diagnostic testing required and the related follow-upAct as a contact for patients with regards to surgery scheduling. Provide ongoing communication with patient regarding pre-certification, authorization, financial counseling and scheduling process.Inform the patient and any relevant third party through instructions about "things to do" before and after surgerySet post-surgical appointments with physicians and perform all related tests and tasksEnsure that cancelled surgeries and related ancillary appointments are cancelled and communicated to all stakeholdersResearch and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.Complete duties and assist others as directedMust follow all policies as introduced during new associate On-Boarding, updated real-time and outlined in Associate HandbookEducation/ExperienceHigh school diploma or its equivalent required, courses related to anatomy, biology, physiology or medical terminology a plusBA or BS is preferred but experience is considered in lieu of formal degree1-2 years of experience in a medical office preferredKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesHigh school diploma or its equivalent required, courses related to anatomy, biology, physiology or medical terminology a plusBA or BS is preferred but experience is considered in lieu of formal degree1-2 years of experience in a medical office preferredWork Environment/Physical DemandsThe work environment/physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable differently abled persons to perform the essential functions.

Job Tags

Work at office, Monday to Friday

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