Hybrid: Surgical Admissions & Scheduling Coordinator

Salem Health Hospitals & Clinics; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 51,577,000 - 91,693,000; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking an administrative professional to coordinate surgical bookings and hospital admissions in a fast-paced healthcare setting. You will manage operating room and surgeon time, communicate with patients compassionately, and ensure pre-operative testing and documentation are completed accurately.

The role requires a high school diploma and 2+ years in medical admin, with EPIC experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of medical/healthcare admin experience expected.
• Experience with EPIC and surgical scheduling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate surgical bookings and hospital admissions across clinicians and departments.
• Schedule hospital admissions, operating room and surgeon time; reschedule as needed.
• Support patients through booking, pre- and post-operative appointments and testing.
• Obtain prior authorization and understand payor coverage for surgeries.
• Prepare and send required documents to hospital and departments prior to admission.
• Maintain electronic records and provide back-up coverage as needed.
• Protect patient privacy and comply with HIPAA policies.

Skills

Professional communication

Interpersonal skills

Detail oriented

Multi-tasking

Calm under pressure

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

EPIC

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking an administrative professional to coordinate surgical bookings and hospital admissions in a fast-paced healthcare setting. You will manage operating room and surgeon time, communicate with patients compassionately, and ensure pre-operative testing and documentation are completed accurately.

The role requires a high school diploma and 2+ years in medical admin, with EPIC experience preferred.