Surgery Scheduler - Fondren

Ortholonestar Mso Llc; Pearland (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ortholonestar Mso Llc is seeking a Surgery Scheduler in Pearland, TX to coordinate procedures, collect coding and insurance information, and manage the surgical schedule using EMR. The role emphasizes accurate data entry and effective communication with physicians and hospital departments.

The scheduler will answer phones, post charges, generate daily logs, and ensure timely reporting while maintaining HIPAA compliance and exceptional customer service.

Qualifications

• Two years’ surgery scheduling experience in healthcare.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and health care billing.
• Typing 40+ wpm without error.
• Strong computer skills: Excel, Word, Windows.
• Excellent organizational and detail-oriented mindset.
• Ability to multitask and stay composed under pressure.
• HIPAA/confidentiality knowledge.
• Verbal communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Schedule surgery procedures using EMR.
• Answer phones professionally.
• Postoperative data entry in a timely and accurate manner.
• Produce and distribute daily surgical log.
• Post surgical charges daily according to guidelines.
• Maintain daily surgical schedule and distribute accordingly.
• Coordinate with other departments for special needs.
• Prepare and review statistical reports as scheduled.
• Foster open communication with physicians and hospital staff.

Skills

Typing 40+

Medical terminology

HIPAA

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Customer service

Excel

Word

Windows

Billing knowledge

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Excel

Word

Windows

Job description

Job SummaryThe Surgery Scheduler schedules all surgical procedures and assures that all of the appropriate clinical and insurance coding information is collected for the surgery schedule. Scheduler receives requests to schedule procedures from physician offices and schedules the procedure according to established guidelines. Scheduler provides accurate information so that all departments may view daily, and maintains open communication with hospital departments and physician offices regarding schedule changes.Duties1. Schedules surgery procedures using EMR2. Answers the phones in a professional and courteous manner3. Completes post-op data entry in a timely and accurate manner4. Completes statistical reports per established timeline and format5. Posts surgical charges on a daily basis per established guidelines6. Completes daily surgical schedule and distributes as appropriate7. Produces and distributes daily surgical log8. Assures appropriate coordination with other practice / hospital departments when special surgical needs occur9. Other duties as assignedQualifications1. High School diploma or equivalent is required2. Two years previous surgery scheduling experience in a health care environment is required (e.g., physician office, clinic or hospital)3. Experience in customer service is very desirable4. Hospital registration or admitting experience is desirable5. Knowledge of medical terminology and familiarity with medical diagnostic procedures, and health care billing and authorization is required6. Must be able to type 40+ wpm (without error)7. Strong computer skills. Familiar with Excel, Word, Windows8. Must have excellent organizational skills and be detail oriented9. Must be able to multask10. Must be highly skilled in verbal communication, problem solving, prioritization and organization11. Knowledge of HIPAA/Confidentiality12. Must be able to maintain composure during high stress occasions13. Must establish and maintain constructive working relationships with patients, patient family members, coworkers, supervisors, managers, doctors, and any other contacts made during the course of conducting business and while on Fondren premises.Lifting RequirementsThis position requires periods of extensive sitting and phone work. It also requires other repetitive motions (e.g., bending, stooping, twisting, walking, standing, reaching overhead, pushing or pulling).Manual dexterity is required, as is the ability to concentrate on detail in the midst of other activity.