Surgical Scheduling Coordinator I Plastic Surgery
Wauwatosa, WI - USA
Job Summary
Coordinate surgical scheduling for Plastic Surgery. Provide support to the team to facilitate the achievement of the programs goals.
Schedule routine operative cases and in-clinic procedures. Reschedule and cancel surgical procedures efficiently and effectively. Communicate with clinical staff to coordinate mutually acceptable procedural times between the provider offices and the operating room.
Facilitates internal and external communication with staff providers and patients.
Act as a primary point of contact for patients providing information on surgery scheduling pre-operative instructions and any necessary post-operative care guidelines.
Address patient inquiries concerns and requests regarding their surgical procedures.
Coordinate pre-procedure planning including pre-op post-op visits and any necessary diagnostic testing
Generates referral and/or pre-certification orders and follows the pre-certification through completion
Utilizes OpTime (EPIC) for scheduling patients for surgical procedures
Performs all duties in a collegial manner within patients OR staff other departments and physician offices. Contributes to a supportive and healthy work environment.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge Skills Abilities
Prior experience in a healthcare scheduling or administrative role.
Exceptional organizational skills with a keen eye for detail.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in medical terminology and understanding of healthcare regulations.
Familiarity with scheduling software and electronic health records (EHR) systems.
Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive patient information with discretion and professionalism.
Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability to changing situations.
A commitment to providing top-notch patient care.
Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis.
Minimum Required Education: High school diploma
Minimum Required Experience: 2 years Prior experience in a healthcare scheduling or administrative role.
Preferred Experience: EPIC
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Work requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials standing or walking continuously.
Occasional exposure to dust noise temperature changes or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.
Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication . May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.
- Outstanding Healthcare Coverage including but not limited to Health Vision and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
- 403B Retirement Package
- Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
- Pet Insurance
- On campus Fitness Facility offering onsite classes
- Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans local fitness facilities Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.
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Required Experience:
IC
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