Surgery Scheduler

UPMC; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Colon and Rectal Surgery in Mechanicsburg, PA is seeking a Surgery Scheduler to coordinate and schedule patients for in-patient and outpatient procedures. The role supports surgeons, administrators, and clinical staff in a fast-paced specialty practice.

This full-time, on-site position offers a consistent weekday schedule (Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM) with occasional travel. You will liaise with hospital personnel, manage demographics, insurance details, and pre/post-operative instructions to

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule patients for in-patient and outpatient surgical procedures.
• Work with department to troubleshoot procedural and operations issues.
• Prepare and forward all necessary admission reservations/requisitions, including demographics and insurance information to hospitals.
• Coordinate cases and communicates with hospital personnel to obtain approval for hospital admissions.
• Discuss and coordinate financial arrangements prior to surgery including the collection of pre-payments.
• Ensure that informed consents are signed.
• Provide patients with pre and postoperative instruction according to service specific guidelines.
• Coordinate patient education seminars and schedules physicians accordingly.
• Collect data for research study.
• Schedule pre-screening exams, diagnostic testing, post-operative appointments and surgical cases for all patients.
• Ensure all billing and insurance information is current and accurate.
• Complete special projects as assigned.
• Act as liaison between patient and referring physicians.
• Obtain pre-certification and/or referral prior to the date of the procedure.
• Coordinate and track internal and external marketing efforts.
• Attend and schedule department meetings.
• Answer and respond to all incoming telephone inquiries regarding surgery and provides educational material, both verbally and through printed materials.

Job description

Surgery Scheduler
UPMC Colon and Rectal Surgery
2035 Technology Parkway, Suite 202, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050

UPMC Colon and Rectal Surgery is seeking a Surgery Scheduler to join our team in Mechanicsburg! This is a great opportunity for a highly organized, customer-focused individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced specialty practice. The Surgery Scheduler plays a vital role in coordinating patient surgical procedures while providing exceptional service to patients, providers, and clinical staff. This position offers a consistent weekday schedule and the opportunity to work alongside a supportive team dedicated to delivering outstanding patient care.

Location: 2035 Technology Parkway, Suite 202, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050

Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Travel: Occasional travel may be required

Weekend/Holiday Requirement: None

On-Call Requirement: None

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Why Join UPMC Colon and Rectal Surgery?

• Monday through Friday schedule with no weekends or holidays.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to work in a specialized surgical practice.
• Career growth opportunities within UPMC.
• Meaningful work that directly supports patient care and surgical services.

Purpose:

Coordinate and schedule patients for in-patient and outpatient surgical procedures. Assist the surgeon and the administrator in promoting, developing and monitoring all aspects of operations.

Responsibilities:

• Work directly with department to troubleshoot procedural and operations issues.
• Coordinate and monitor patient follow-up through the Refract Tracker and EPIC.
• Prepare and forward all necessary admission reservations/requisitions, including demographics and insurance information to hospitals.
• Coordinate cases and communicates with hospital personnel to obtain approval for hospital admissions.
• Discuss and coordinate financial arrangements prior to surgery including the collection of pre-payments.
• Ensure that informed consents are signed.
• Provide patients with pre and postoperative instruction according to service specific guidelines.
• Coordinate patient education seminars and schedules physicians accordingly.
• Collect data for research study.
• Schedule pre-screening exams, diagnostic testing, post-operative appointments and surgical cases for all patients.
• Ensure all billing and insurance information is current and accurate.
• Complete special projects as assigned.
• Act as liaison between patient and referring physicians.
• Obtain pre-certification and/or referral prior to the date of the procedure.
• Coordinate and track internal and external marketing efforts.
• Attend and schedule department meetings.
• Answer and respond to all incoming telephone inquiries regarding surgery and provides educational material, both verbally and through printed materials.