Ophthalmic Surgery Scheduler | Fast-Paced Clinic Ops

EyeSouth Partners; Watkinsville (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k with Match

HSA/FSA

Telemedicine

Generous PTO

Employee Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Group Life/AD&D

Short Term Disability Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Job summary

EyeSouth Partners is seeking a Surgical Scheduler to coordinate ophthalmology procedures across multiple locations. You will enter case details into our scheduling systems and EHR, verify insurance and referrals, and communicate schedules to surgeons, nursing staff, and anesthesia.

We value accuracy, patient-centric service, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Travel to practice locations is required as needed and HIPAA compliance is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience as a Surgical Scheduler or Patient Access Representative preferred.
• Ophthalmology experience preferred.
• Experience with EHR software; NexTech/Intellechart Pro experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of contracted insurance plans and procedures.
• Ability to travel to all practice locations as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Schedules surgical procedures based on surgeon availability, operating room capacity, and facility guidelines.
• Accurately enters and updates surgical case information in scheduling systems and electronic health records.
• Manages schedule changes related to cancellations, postponements, or urgent add-on cases.
• Verifies required documentation prior to scheduling (e.g. surgeon orders, case details, preference cards as applicable).
• Verifies patient insurance coverage and ensures all required referrals and documentation are completed prior to scheduling.
• Obtain necessary prior authorizations for surgical procedures as needed.
• Communicates finalized schedules and updates to the surgeons, nursing staff, anesthesia, and ancillary departments.
• Identifies and resolves scheduling conflicts to optimize workflow and efficiency.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

HIPAA compliance

Customer service

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

NexTech/Intellechart Pro

Job description

EyeSouth Partners is seeking a Surgical Scheduler to coordinate ophthalmology procedures across multiple locations. You will enter case details into our scheduling systems and EHR, verify insurance and referrals, and communicate schedules to surgeons, nursing staff, and anesthesia.

We value accuracy, patient-centric service, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Travel to practice locations is required as needed and HIPAA compliance is essential.