Surgery Scheduler Imaging

Ascension; Indianapolis (IN); Remote; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Ascension St. Vincent Heart Center seeks a scheduling professional to coordinate surgeries and manage time and resources across the Cardiac Services and Radiology departments.

You will work closely with physicians to align patient needs, enter accurate demographics and insurance data in the EMR, and prevent delays in scheduled procedures. The role requires independent work, strong time management, and prior healthcare scheduling experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate surgeries with physicians and patients according to department guidelines.
• Assign operating suites and equipment and block times for efficient resource use.
• Ensure demographic, billing and insurance information is entered in EMR and coordinate with admissions to prevent delays.
• Reschedule surgeries as needed to accommodate emergencies or other events.

Skills

Scheduling coordination

Healthcare scheduling

Time management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Heart Center
• Schedule: Full Time Days | Monday through Friday | 8:30am to 5:00pm

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Remote | Central Indiana
• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Heart Center
• Department/Specialty: Cardiac Services | Radiology
• Schedule: Full Time Days | Monday through Friday | 8:30am to 5:00pm

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Works with physician offices to gather information needed to schedule surgeries consistent with department guidelines and accommodating physicians' requests and patients' needs.
• Assigns operating suites and equipment and blocks times to maximize efficient use of resources.
• Ensures that necessary demographic, billing and insurance information is entered into electronic medical records and coordinates with Patient Admitting as needed to prevent delays in scheduled surgery.
• May reschedule surgeries as needed to accommodate emergencies or other unanticipated events.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • None Required.
• Preferred Credential(s):
  • Approved Local Exception. For use with unique Union job requirements only. Remove if not for Union.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Additional Preferences

• Previous healthcare scheduling experience preferred.
• Must be able to work independently and complete tasks on time.
• Must be a self starter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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