Back Office Assistant - Surgery Scheduler

Nevada Orthopedic & Spine Center; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Las Vegas seeks a Back Office Assistant - Surgery Scheduler to manage surgical scheduling and insurance authorizations. This role requires strong organizational skills and at least 2 years of experience in a surgical setting. The ideal candidate will communicate effectively with patients and ensure all necessary paperwork is completed for surgical procedures. A high school diploma and experience with EMR systems are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with surgical procedures and pre-authorizing procedures.
• 2+ years of experience as a surgical scheduler.
• Experience with EMR is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage insurance authorizations & appeals.
• Coordinate with surgeons and patients for scheduling.
• Update patient demographics and verify insurance.

Skills

Surgical scheduling experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Coding knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR

Job description

Back Office Assistant - Surgery Scheduler

Location: Northwest

Position Type: Full Time

Experience: 2 years’ experience

Internal Posting: Surgery Scheduler

Responsibilities

• Management of insurance authorizations & appeals
• Anticipate the needs of the clinic
• Communicate well with patients, peers, surgeons, and surgical partners
• Manage a changing schedule and coordinate with those involved
• Contact insurance companies for surgery authorization
• Schedule surgeries and send appropriate paperwork to the patient
• Update patient demographics and verify insurance
• Direct patients to labs and obtain medical clearance
• Coordinate emergency surgical situations
• Answer patient related questions
• Scan all patient related documents after charges are completed

Qualifications

• Strong experience with surgical procedures and pre-authorizing procedures
• 2+ years of experience as a surgical scheduler
• Experience with EMR is required
• Microsoft Office experience
• Exceptionally organized, great communication skills, and strong attention to detail
• Clinical Orthopedic and/or Surgery experience is required
• Strong Coding knowledge
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum two years' experience in a surgeon’s office

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Administrative