Pediatric & Adolescent Gynecology Surgery Scheduler

10 Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio seeks a Medical Secretary to coordinate surgical scheduling and communications among patients, physicians, and staff. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of medical secretary experience, with preferred surgical scheduling experience.

Responsibilities include confirming patient eligibility, coordinating pre-operative testing, ensuring staff and equipment readiness, and maintaining thorough scheduling

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of medical secretary experience required.
• Knowledge of filing, word processing, spreadsheets, medical terminology, coding, and office skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedules surgeries by coordinating with patients, physicians, and other medical staff.
• Confirms patient eligibility for surgery by reviewing medical records and insurance coverage.
• Coordinates pre-operative testing and medical clearance for patients.
• Ensures that all necessary equipment and supplies are available for the scheduled surgeries.
• Communicates changes in the surgical schedule to all relevant parties.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date records of all scheduled surgeries and related information.

Skills

Filing

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Medical terminology

Coding

Office skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio seeks a Medical Secretary to coordinate surgical scheduling and communications among patients, physicians, and staff. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of medical secretary experience, with preferred surgical scheduling experience.

Responsibilities include confirming patient eligibility, coordinating pre-operative testing, ensuring staff and equipment readiness, and maintaining thorough scheduling