Surgery Scheduler: OR Coordination & Preop Planning

Insight Hospital and Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision & dental benefits

Short and long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Chicago is seeking a Surgical Scheduler to manage surgery schedules and interact with patients and medical staff. Responsibilities include coordinating surgeries, obtaining pre-operative clearances, and handling all related documentation. Candidates must possess a High School diploma or GED, along with 1+ years of relevant experience in surgery scheduling, strong knowledge of coding, and excellent communication skills. This role supports the clinic's mission of providing quality healthcare.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of Surgery Scheduling or related experience.
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and physicians.

Responsibilities

• Schedule surgeries and coordinate pre-operative testing.
• Maintain effective communication with patients and staff.
• Process paperwork and document work processes accurately.

Skills

Scheduling

Interpersonal communication

ICD-10 and CPT coding

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

A healthcare institution in Chicago is seeking a Surgical Scheduler to manage surgery schedules and interact with patients and medical staff. Responsibilities include coordinating surgeries, obtaining pre-operative clearances, and handling all related documentation. Candidates must possess a High School diploma or GED, along with 1+ years of relevant experience in surgery scheduling, strong knowledge of coding, and excellent communication skills. This role supports the clinic's mission of providing quality healthcare.