Surgery Scheduler Coordinator, Heart Specialists, Shelbyville, First shift

UofL Health, Inc.; Shelbyville (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Surgery Scheduler Coordinator for the first shift at Shelbyville Hospital. This role involves scheduling surgeries, coordinating patient appointments, and ensuring all necessary preparations are completed prior to procedures. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least two years of experience in a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• 2 years related experience in a healthcare environment required.

Responsibilities

• Schedule all inpatient and outpatient surgery and medical procedures.
• Communicate necessary information to patients regarding surgery scheduling.
• Ensure pre-operative tests are scheduled and completed.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Surgery Scheduler Coordinator, Heart Specialists, Shelbyville, First shift

Apply locations Shelbyville Hospital - ULP - CMG time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id JR 2025-101901 We are Hiring Surgery Scheduler Coordinator, Heart Specialists, Shelbyville, First shift at Shelbyville Hospital - ULP - CMG!

Primary Location:

Shelbyville Hospital - ULP - CMG

Address:

727 Hospital DriveShelbyville, KY 40065

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

Under general direction, the Scheduler-Surgery Coordinator is responsible for scheduling all inpatient and outpatient surgery and medical procedures, tests and studies ordered by the physician. Provides support, and communicates necessary information to patients and physicians regarding surgery scheduling.

Additional Job Description:

• Maintain the surgery schedule, providing necessary information to patients and physicians.
• Coordinate, register and schedule appointments for patients according to availability.
• Conduct patient pre-certification on proper insurance approval for appointments and medical care.
• Ensure all pre-operative required tests needed prior to surgery, are scheduled and completed.
• Coordinate and ensure necessary equipment is ordered, room availability/scheduled, pre-surgery medication, etc. is arranged prior to scheduled procedure.
• Communicate detailed information and answer patients' questions regarding surgery preparation instructions, arrival / departure instructions relative to procedure.
• Schedule any necessary follow-up appointments, as directed by physicians.
• Receive and screen calls relating to problems that may arise due to date changes and any reasons for cancellation.
• Escalate non-routine issues to the practice manager or physician.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the practice manager or physician.

Education / Accreditation / Licensure (required & preferred):

High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience (required and preferred):
2 years related experience in a healthcare environment required.