Surgery Scheduler 2
Surgery Scheduler 2
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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of OBGYN has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Sr. Surgery Scheduler to work in Miami FL. The Sr. Surgery Scheduler acts as liaison between patients professional staff and physicians by scheduling and coordinating all necessary functions for surgical and diagnostic procedures. Further the Sr. Surgery Scheduler acts as source of knowledge for scheduling staff and oversees their functions to ensure accurately and timely scheduling practices.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
Obtains pre-authorizations for procedures as required by insurance companies.
Oversees produces and distributes all surgical and procedural schedules to physicians and departments.
Collaborates with patients families staff and providers within the office and the greater community to schedule surgeries pre-op physicals and testing.
Coordinates with hospitals and vendors for special cases or circumstances.
Identifies ways to streamline surgical scheduling process and provides suggestions to managing staff.
Ensures that electronic systems and scheduling tools are up-to-date and operating smoothly and immediately contacts appropriate personnel to resolve any issues.
Ensures documentation is complete to support accurate billing of surgical procedures.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
Department Specific
Responsible for triaging all patient related calls for physicians assigned and documenting accordingly any pertinent information and instructions given by provider and the consequent actions taken. Processes and assists with responding to all patient related requests and UChart In-basket messages for assigned pools/providers.
Responsible for physicians schedule to coordinate academic and patient related activities. Monitors clinical schedule for providers to ensure accuracy of number and types of appointments. Review no shows and cancelled appointments as per department policy.
Follow-up on all results for area of responsibility including but not limited to all lab work pathology and ancillary testing such as mammograms ultrasounds MRIs as directed by providers. Also follow up on any necessary referrals to specialists procedures as requested by providers. Submit requests as needed for any authorizations/referrals for these follow up appointments and procedures.
Responsible for coordination of all physician surgeries and inpatient admissions according to departmental protocol. Coordinate and ensure receipt of financial and medical clearance for surgery and other duties as assigned.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
High School diploma or equivalent required
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
Proficiency in computer software (i.e. Microsoft Office).
Any relevant education certifications and/or work experience may be considered.
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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System South Floridas only university-based health system provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center we are proud to serve South Florida Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching research and patient care. Were the challenge youve been looking for.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.
Job Status:
Full timeEmployee Type:
StaffPay Grade:
H5Employment Type
Full-Time
