Surgery Scheduler & Authorization Specialist

UCI Health; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

UCI Health in Irvine, CA seeks a Registration/Scheduling Clerk to obtain authorizations, verify funding, and schedule surgical cases. The role answers patient inquiries and resolves issues to keep care moving smoothly.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of experience registering patients in hospitals or clinics, basic medical terminology, and strong English communication. Proficiency with MS Office and willingness to travel to off-site physician practices is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year recent experience registering patients in a hospital or clinic.
• General knowledge of ICD9 and CPT codes.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.
• Must be able to travel to off-site physician practices.
• Familiarity with Epic is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain necessary authorizations for services.
• Verify patient funding sources to cover services.
• Schedule patients for surgery and related procedures.
• Respond to patient inquiries and resolve issues promptly.

Skills

MS Office

Communication skills

Medical terminology

ICD9 CPT codes

Patient scheduling

Travel to off-site

Registration experience

Tools

Epic

Registration system

Job description

UCI Health in Irvine, CA seeks a Registration/Scheduling Clerk to obtain authorizations, verify funding, and schedule surgical cases. The role answers patient inquiries and resolves issues to keep care moving smoothly.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of experience registering patients in hospitals or clinics, basic medical terminology, and strong English communication. Proficiency with MS Office and willingness to travel to off-site physician practices is a plus.