Surgery Scheduler I — Patient Care & Scheduling

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Miami is seeking a full-time Surgery Scheduler-1 in Miami, FL to assist with coordinating and scheduling surgical procedures and serve as a liaison between physicians, medical staff, and other departments to ensure smooth scheduling operations. This role involves direct interaction with patients to provide an excellent healthcare experience.

Core responsibilities include managing appointments, handling pre-op paperwork, obtaining referrals, and ensuring timely pre-op results

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic computer skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.

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.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Discretion

Independent / collaborative work

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of Miami is seeking a full-time Surgery Scheduler-1 in Miami, FL to assist with coordinating and scheduling surgical procedures and serve as a liaison between physicians, medical staff, and other departments to ensure smooth scheduling operations. This role involves direct interaction with patients to provide an excellent healthcare experience.

Core responsibilities include managing appointments, handling pre-op paperwork, obtaining referrals, and ensuring timely pre-op results