Surgery Scheduler

Sierra Pacific Orthopedics; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional orthopedic practice in Fresno, California, is seeking a skilled individual to schedule both inpatient and outpatient orthopedic surgeries. This position requires strong communication with staff and patients, along with a minimum of 1 year of experience in a surgical scheduling role. Proficiency in insurance authorizations and electronic health records is essential. The role also includes responsibilities such as organizing surgical schedules and handling EHR documentation in a fast-paced medical environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience scheduling inpatient and outpatient surgeries.
• Experience with insurance authorizations and medical clearances.
• High level of organizational skills and ability to prioritize workflow.

Responsibilities

• Organizing and prioritizing a surgical schedule.
• Managing EHR documentation.
• Performing miscellaneous office duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Experience scheduling surgeries

Insurance authorization knowledge

Organizational skills

Ability to prioritize workflow

Analytical skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Proficiency with electronic health records

Education

High school diploma

Technical program completion (preferred)

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Schedules inpatient and outpatient orthopedic surgeries with various surgical facilities. Provides a highest level of patient communication and service.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma - Completion of technical program preferred

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Strong communication skills with staff, physicians and patients
• Minimum of 1 year of experience scheduling inpatient and outpatient surgeries at various surgical facilities
• Experience with insurance authorizations and medical clearances
• High level of organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize workflow in a fast-paced medical environment
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology and electronic health records

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Organizing and prioritizing a surgical schedule
• EHR documentation
• Miscellaneous office duties as assigned

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Position requires prolonged sitting, some bending, stooping, and stretching. Good eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment is also required. Employee must have normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate reports.