Gastroenterology Surgery Scheduler – Dynamic Admin Role

bannerhealth; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health's Desert Ridge Gastro Clinic in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a Surgery Scheduler to coordinate surgical, cardiovascular or obstetrical procedures using a computerized scheduling system. The role includes entering patient charges, orders, and other information, and serving as a liaison between staff, patients and families.

The schedule is full-time, Monday through Friday, with start times between 7:30 am and 8:30 am.

Qualifications

• 2 years of medical clerical experience, preferably in scheduling.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is required.
• Understanding payor contract terms and processes.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate case times for elective, urgent or emergent surgeries using a scheduling system.
• Acquire authorization numbers, history and physicals, and current results; obtain records as needed.
• Type and print physician orders; schedule block times and releases.
• Enter physician orders for labs, imaging and charges; compile data for reports.
• Conduct charge management audits and correct missed or incorrect charges.
• Act as receptionist and liaison among staff, physicians, patients and families; manage calls and information.
• Enter work and supply orders; arrange maintenance as required.
• Maintain workflow and protect confidentiality in a high-pressure setting.

Skills

Medical terminology

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Word processing

Scheduling systems

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Central scheduling software

Job description

Banner Health's Desert Ridge Gastro Clinic in Scottsdale, AZ is seeking a Surgery Scheduler to coordinate surgical, cardiovascular or obstetrical procedures using a computerized scheduling system. The role includes entering patient charges, orders, and other information, and serving as a liaison between staff, patients and families.

The schedule is full-time, Monday through Friday, with start times between 7:30 am and 8:30 am.