Ortho Surgery Scheduler: Coordinate Care & Surgeries

Healthcare Outcomes Performance Co. (HOPCo); Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthcare Outcomes Performance Co. (HOPCo) seeks an experienced Surgical Scheduler to support an orthopedic surgeon.

The role coordinates procedures, and pre- and post-operative appointments while ensuring timely information flow among patients, physicians, and staff. Responsibilities include managing paperwork, medical clearances, authorizations, cost estimates, and confidential patient records with a courteous, service-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency with medical terminology and computer systems is essential.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in customer service and office environments.
• Familiarity with office equipment and confidentiality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule procedures and surgeries, including pre- and post-op appointments.
• Interact with patients, physicians, and staff to provide timely information.
• Coordinate paperwork to meet physician and facility requirements.
• Initiate and track medical clearances as needed.
• Obtain authorization for procedures and supplies.
• Estimate costs for procedures and services.
• Complete tasks and orders promptly and accurately.
• Scan documents into the medical record.
• Maintain HIPAA confidentiality and patient privacy.
• Display flexibility to meet clinic scheduling needs.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Computer systems & software

Organizational & interpersonal skills

Customer service

Office equipment familiarity

Confidentiality

Prioritization

Calm under pressure

Insurance knowledge

Policy adherence

Relationship building

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

10-key calculators

Job description

Healthcare Outcomes Performance Co. (HOPCo) seeks an experienced Surgical Scheduler to support an orthopedic surgeon.

The role coordinates procedures, and pre- and post-operative appointments while ensuring timely information flow among patients, physicians, and staff. Responsibilities include managing paperwork, medical clearances, authorizations, cost estimates, and confidential patient records with a courteous, service-oriented approach.