On-Call Surgical Scheduling Specialist

Kaiser Permanente; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Palmdale, CA, seeks a Surgical Scheduling Clerk under direct supervision. You will schedule surgeries (inpatient and outpatient), arrange pre-operative exams, and prepare forms and reports while coordinating with surgeons, patients and hospital staff.

This on-call role may require varying days and hours, with responsibilities including coordinating pre-operative workups and ensuring timely communication across teams.

Qualifications

• Two years of medical office scheduling experience.
• Typing speed of 25 wpm or as required by facility.
• Experience with pre-operative test requests and screening procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with physicians, clinic and hospital staff and patients.

Responsibilities

• Schedule surgeries (inpatient and outpatient) and pre-operative appointments.
• Prepare pre-operative forms and arrange exams.
• Collect surgical service statistics and monitor block utilization.
• Interact with patients and family members to schedule surgeries and ancillary activities.

Skills

Medical scheduling

Typing speed

Communication skills

Education

Medical Terminology course

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Palmdale, CA, seeks a Surgical Scheduling Clerk under direct supervision. You will schedule surgeries (inpatient and outpatient), arrange pre-operative exams, and prepare forms and reports while coordinating with surgeons, patients and hospital staff.

This on-call role may require varying days and hours, with responsibilities including coordinating pre-operative workups and ensuring timely communication across teams.