Surgery Scheduler Mercy Multispecialty Care Plastic Surgery (FT Days)
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Job Location:
St. Louis, MO - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
18 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Find your calling at Mercy!
The Surgery Scheduler coordinates surgeries for five surgeons including securing surgery dates and times coordinating operating room availability obtaining pre-authorizations preparing surgical packets and communicating clearly with all involved parties. This position plays a critical role in maximizing provider and facility efficiency while supporting patient comfort safety and understanding throughout the surgical process.Position Details:
Minimum Required Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Licensure:
None
Experience:
Previous experience as a surgery scheduler preferred but not required.
Certification/Registration:
None
Other Skills and Knowledge:
Medical terminology. Computer skills. Telephone etiquette. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Schedule inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures in coordination with physicians hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers
- Communicate surgery details with patients including dates arrival times pre-op instructions and required testing
- Coordinate with joint surgeries with other departments and facility scheduling teams
- Prepare and distribute surgical packets and documentation
- Verify patient information physician orders and required authorizations or referrals
- Schedule post op appointments
- Maintain accurate records in the electronic medical record and reconcile post-procedure documentation
- Identify and resolve scheduling conflicts or changes in a timely manner
- Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to improve scheduling workflows and efficiency
- Ensure compliance with office policies HIPAA regulations and payer requirements
Why Mercy
From day one Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical dental and vision coverage paid time off tuition support and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period.
Join a caring collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy youll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation technology and compassion. As we grow youll grow with us.
Key Skills
- Crew Management
- Cost Estimation
- Infection Control
- AC Maintenance
- Auto Parts
- Fire Alarm
About Company
Mercy is one of the largest U.S. health systems with 44 acute care & specialty hospitals, over 700 physician & outpatient clinics in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri & Oklahoma.
