Administrative Assistant III - Cataract & Refractive Surgery, Westwood

UCLA Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health in Los Angeles is seeking a highly organized Surgery Scheduler for ophthalmology in the Cataract & Refractive Surgery clinic. The role focuses on coordinating surgical and laser procedures and delivering a concierge-level patient experience.

You will verify insurance, arrange pre-operative testing, guide patients through the pre- and post-operative process, and maintain EMR documentation while supporting daily clinic operations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule patient surgical and laser procedures for ophthalmology
• Schedule required pre-operative testing and appointments
• Verify patient insurance coverage and obtain necessary prior authorizations
• Serve as a patient liaison guiding patients through the pre- and post-operative process
• Maintain accurate documentation and patient records within the electronic medical record system
• Provide general clinic and administrative support to ensure smooth daily operations

Job description

Description

We are seeking a highly organized and patient-centered Surgery Scheduler to coordinate all aspects of surgical coordinating for ophthalmologists in our Cataract & Refractive Surgeryclinic and ensuring a concierge-level patient experience. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinate and schedule patient surgical and laser procedures for assigned faculty physicians
• Schedule required pre-operative testing and appointments
• Verify patient insurance coverage and obtain necessary prior authorizations, and provide guidance on billing
• Serve as a patient liaison, guiding patients through the pre- and post-operative process
• Maintain accurate documentation and patient records within the electronic medical record system
• Provide general clinic and administrative support as needed to ensure smooth daily operations

Salary Range: $31.88-45.66 Hourly