Surgery Scheduler 2, Full Time

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Miami seeks a full-time Surgery Scheduler 2 to coordinate surgical and diagnostic procedures while serving as a liaison between patients and staff. This position requires at least 3 years of relevant experience along with strong communication skills and attention to detail. The role involves comprehensive scheduling responsibilities, contributing to efficient surgical processes at South Florida's only university-based health system.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Medical and dental coverage

Tuition remission

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion is essential.
• Must communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates surgical and diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate scheduling.
• Oversees production and distribution of surgical schedules.
• Collaborates with patients and staff to facilitate surgery prep.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Discretion

Independence

Collaboration

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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The Surgery Scheduler 2 (H) acts as liaison between patients, professional staff, and physicians by scheduling and coordinating all necessary functions for surgical and diagnostic procedures. Further, the Surgery Scheduler 2 (H) acts as source of knowledge for scheduling staff and oversees their functions to ensure accurately and timely scheduling practices.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Obtains pre-authorizations for procedures as required by insurance companies.

• Oversees, produces, and distributes all surgical and procedural schedules to physicians and departments.

• Collaborates with patients, families, staff, and providers within the office and the greater community to schedule surgeries, pre-op physicals, and testing.

• Coordinates with hospitals and vendors for special cases or circumstances.

• Identifies ways to streamline surgical scheduling process and provides suggestions to managing staff.

• Ensures that electronic systems and scheduling tools are up-to-date and operating smoothly, and immediately contacts appropriate personnel to resolve any issues.

• Ensures documentation is complete to support accurate billing of surgical procedures.

• 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

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent

Certification and Licensing:

Not Applicable

Experience:

Minimum 3 years 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).

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 - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

H5