Surgery Scheduler 1 - Gynecology Oncology

umiami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Miami Health System in Miami, FL is seeking a Surgery Scheduler-1 to coordinate and schedule surgical procedures and serve as a liaison between physicians, medical staff, and other departments to ensure smooth scheduling operations.

The role works directly with patients to provide an excellent healthcare experience, maintains accurate daily schedules, obtains referrals and authorizations, and communicates care timelines clearly.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

Responsibilities

• Schedules surgical appointments and monitors schedule accuracy.
• Completes paperwork prior to pre-op appointments and obtains referrals/authorizations.
• Ensures pre-op results are available before procedures.
• Informs patients about visit activities and provides surgical facility information.
• Communicates patient financial responsibilities prior to procedures.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Attention to detail

Discretion with confidential info

Independent & collaborative work

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Current Employees:

If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami.

The University of Miami/ UHealth Tamer Family Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences- Gynecology Oncology has an exciting opportunity for a full time, Surgery Scheduler-1 to work in Miami, FL. The Surgery Scheduler 1 assists with the coordination and scheduling of surgical procedures and serves as liaison between physicians, medical staff, and other departments to ensure smooth scheduling operations. Moreover, the Surgery Scheduler works directly with patients and strives to provide an excellent healthcare experience.

Core Job Summary:

The Surgery Scheduler 1 assists with the coordination and scheduling of surgical procedures and serves as liaison between physicians, medical staff, and other departments to ensure smooth scheduling operations. Moreover, the Surgery Scheduler works directly with patients and strives to provide an excellent healthcare experience.

Core Responsibilities:

• Schedules surgical appointments and monitors cancellations, keeping daily schedule accurate and current.
• Completes necessary paperwork prior to pre-op appointments and obtains referrals and authorizations.
• Follows up with appropriate departments to ensure that all pre-op results are available prior to the procedure.
• Informs patients regarding activities that will take place during the visit and provides pamphlet of appropriate surgical facility.
• Applies patients of financial responsibilities prior to the date of the procedure.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Core Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
• Proficiency in computer software (i.e., Microsoft Office).

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

• The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff