Scheduler I

Fisher-Titus Medical Center

Norwalk (OH)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 56,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Full-time hours

Benefits package

Shift differentials

Job summary

Fisher-Titus Medical Center in Norwalk, OH, is seeking an organized OR Scheduling Coordinator to manage the operating room schedule and admissions processes. The role requires accuracy in recording information, efficient use of operative software, and collaboration with surgical teams to ensure timely patient care.

Responsibilities include preparing surgery schedules, coordinating prior authorizations, and maintaining scheduling work lists.

Qualifications

Requires effective communication and accurate recording of information.
Minimum of one year scheduling experience.
Experience with PC inputting/typing and medical terminology knowledge.

Responsibilities

Maintains knowledge of operative software and maintenance routines.
Schedules all elective surgical procedures.
Prepares and distributes surgery schedule.
Operates computer terminal.
Schedules all appointments that require prior authorization.
Maintains prior authorization lists to ensure authorization before patient arrival.

Skills

Effective communication

Typing

Scheduling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Caring For the Community You Love

Hours of Work- Full Time, 1st Shift
Comprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more!

Job Details

Description

Caring For the Community You Love

Perks Of Working At Fisher-Titus

Hours of Work- Full Time, 1st Shift
Comprehensive Benefits Package- Medical & Dental coverage, 401K match, paid time off, tuition assistance and more!
Shift, Weekend & PRN differential

About Fisher-Titus

Fisher-Titus proudly serves the greater Huron County area’s 70,000-plus residents by providing a full continuum of health and wellness care from heart and cancer care to outpatient services such as lab, imaging, and physical rehabilitation.

Vision: Be the first choice for healthcare and employment within our community

Mission: Deliver compassionate and convenient care to the highest level of excellence that promotes lifelong health and wellness for our community

General Summary

Schedules all procedures for the Operating Room, Central Scheduling, Ambulatory Surgery including the Treatment, Cystoscopy and Endoscopy Suites.

Reports To

Admitting Manager

Education, Licensure, Registration And Experience

Equivalent to four years of high school with working knowledge of medical terminology.

Operating Room procedures/terminology and admitting procedures.

Must have ability to communicate effectively and record information accurately.

Minimum of one year of scheduling experience and experience with PC inputting/typing.

Essential Functions

Maintains knowledge of all operative software and maintenance routines.
Schedules all elective surgical procedures.
Promotes a positive and professional image.
Responsible for effective and efficient OR scheduling and utilization.
Attends all required Safety Training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, specific job related hazards.
Follows the Hospital Exposure Control Plans/Bloodborne and Airborne Pathogens.
Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment.
Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter and intra departmentally to facilitate the department's/unit's ability to meet its goals and objectives.
Participates in the monitoring of operative information system quality control and its evaluation.
Accurately identifies real/potential problems affecting the service and implements solutions with follow through and communication.
Prepares and distributes surgery schedule.
Operates computer terminal.
Schedules all appointments that require prior authorization.
Maintains prior authorization lists ensuring it is obtained prior to patients arrival.

Working Conditions

Stand/Walk – 6-8 hrs
Sit – 1-2 hrs
Bend – Up to 1/3 of time
Squat - Up to 1/3 of time
Climb – N/A

Reach

Up to 1/3 of time

Lift - Up to 1/3 of time
Carry – N/A
Push - Up to 1/3 of time
Pull - Up to 1/3 of time
Right Hand - Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation)
Left Hand - Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation)
Right Foot - Gross Motor Function
Left Foot - Gross Motor Function
Up to 25 pounds – 1/3 or more of the time

Body Fluid Exposure

Yes

Standards Of Employment

Attends all mandatory education programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to general safety and regulatory compliance.

Appearance is professional, neat, clean, and appropriate for the work environment. Wears proper photo identification badge while on duty.

Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times, as observed by peers and management.

Attends monthly staff meetings and participates in monthly rounding process with manager to assure effective and timely two-way communications.

Participates in and completes required department specific education and training programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to department safety and specific job-related hazards.

Follows safety and security policies including exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens.

Core Requirements

Supports the mission, vision and CARES values of Fisher Titus.

Is knowledgeable of patient rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of all patients in a safe, secure environment.

Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for:

Safety, including universal precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.
Confidentiality of all data, including patient, employee and operations data.
Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from sexual harassment and all illegal and discriminatory behavior.

Key Service Behavior

Communicates with Compassion - Every patient, Every time

Engages in active listening skills
Utilizes the AIDET communication tool
Uses key words at key times
Utilizes HEART service recovery techniques

Demonstrates Service Etiquette - Every patient, Every time

Smiles and greets patients using the 10/5 rule
Demonstrates a calm, positive attitude through tone and body language
Ensures patient privacy and promotes a healing environment
Adjusts approach to respect the diversity of patients
Assesses and manages patient's expectations of care

Commitment to Safety - Every patient, Every time

Follows established safety guidelines to reduce risk of adverse event through early recognition
Commits to the Culture of Safety; If you see something, say something

Delivering High Quality Care - Every patient, Every time