Surgery Scheduler

Slocumcenter; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Eugene, Oregon is seeking a full-time Surgery Scheduler to coordinate orthopedic surgeries across multiple facilities. The ideal candidate will excel at managing multiple phone lines and possess strong verbal and written communication skills. Responsibilities include scheduling surgeries, ensuring medical clearances, and providing education to patients. Previous experience in healthcare and surgery scheduling is preferred, along with a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or related experience in healthcare.
• Minimum two years in healthcare administration roles.
• Orthopedic and surgery scheduling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedule surgeries and manage physicians' schedules.
• Enter patient information into the computer.
• Communicate effectively with patients and staff.
• Notify when surgeries are scheduled off template.

Skills

Time management

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Ability to manage multiple phone lines

Knowledge of orthopedic procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Medical Assistant

Job description

At Slocum Orthopedics the Surgery Scheduler works closely with the surgeons, clinical staff, and patients to schedule surgeries and manage physicians’ surgery schedules.

• Manage Slocum surgery block/open time for Sacred Heart, McKenzie Willamette, Slocum ASC, and Day Surgery at Riverbend.
• Ability to manage multiple telephone lines in a call center setting scheduling new surgery appointments.
• Maintain Knowledge of how to understand and fill Slocum surgery block/open time for Sacred Heart, McKenzie Willamette, Slocum ASC, and Day Surgery at Riverbend.
• Enter all information into the computer while on the telephone or face to face with a patient
• Run reports to create Excel spreadsheets and communicate with component reps about upcoming surgeries
• Communicate effectively and clearly with patients and co-workers
• Tasks PA for surgery authorization
• Schedule pre-op visits
• Schedule anesthesia visits as indicated by facility
• Schedule Total Joint class for Lower extremity Total Joint patients
• Send PCP/Sub-specialty medical clearance requests as indicated by surgeon.
• Manage medical clearances, ensuring clearance has been obtained prior to surgery.
• Maintain cheat sheets for providers in your assigned area.
• Monitor and respond to Hospital Data Exchange emails
• Notify Scheduling Leads and Physician Assistant Supervisor when providers are scheduling surgery off template
• Release unused Slocum block time within the facility guidelines
• Provide additional patient education regarding surgery and diagnostic procedures
• Meet monthly with the Surgery Scheduler Group.
• Use Surgery checklist for every patient scheduled
• Complete Surgery checklist in its entirety within 24 hours of scheduling the surgery
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and training.
• Minimum of two years in a related health care setting, including back office or front office administrative roles.
• Orthopedic experience and/or previous surgery scheduling experience preferred.
• Podiatry and Orthopedic foot and ankle experience preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant preferred.

Summary

Slocum Orthopedics is currently recruiting for a full-time benefited Surgery Scheduler. This position is responsible for scheduling orthopedic surgeries at multiple facilities for several physicians in a busy medical office. This person must have the ability to manage multiple telephone lines, and have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Slocum is an EEO/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability employer.