ENT Surgery Scheduler & OR Coordinator

Vanderbilt University Medical Center; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt University Medical Center is seeking an organized coordinator to support the Otolaryngology team within Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center. You will help schedule surgeries, coordinate with patients and surgeons, and ensure accurate documentation and insurance coordination.

This role emphasizes collaboration in a multidisciplinary ENT environment. Responsibilities include coordinating operating room schedules, assisting with appointment scheduling related to surgery, and ensuring timely

Qualifications

• Coordinate and schedule patient appointments, surgeries, and related visits using hospital systems.
• Verify patient eligibility and insurance coverage for procedures.
• Communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and operative teams.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate surgery schedules with patients, physicians, and operating rooms across locations.
• Assist in scheduling multi-panel and multi-surgeon cases.
• Obtain precertification or insurance approvals prior to procedures.
• Notify billing with necessary paperwork and ensure compliance.
• Monitor schedules to optimize resources and workflow.

Skills

Patient scheduling

Surgery scheduling

Patient documentation

Medical terminology

Job description

Vanderbilt University Medical Center is seeking an organized coordinator to support the Otolaryngology team within Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center. You will help schedule surgeries, coordinate with patients and surgeons, and ensure accurate documentation and insurance coordination.

This role emphasizes collaboration in a multidisciplinary ENT environment. Responsibilities include coordinating operating room schedules, assisting with appointment scheduling related to surgery, and ensuring timely