Surgery Scheduler – OR Scheduling & Pre-Op Coordination

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Surgery Scheduler to coordinate and schedule surgical procedures for the hospital and outpatient clinics. You will work closely with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and staff to optimize the surgical schedule and ensure efficient use of resources.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of medical scheduling experience.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma/GED.
• At least 2 year(s) of experience in medical scheduling or a related field.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Manages scheduling of surgical procedures to optimize OR use.
• Verifies availability and requirements with surgeons and staff.
• Updates the surgical schedule in the hospital's system.
• Collects and verifies patient pre-operative information and consents.
• Coordinates with insurance for pre-authorization of procedures.
• Communicates pre-operative instructions to patients.
• Maintains records and prepares reports for the team.

Skills

Medical scheduling

Administrative coordination

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate's Degree in healthcare administration

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Surgery Scheduler to coordinate and schedule surgical procedures for the hospital and outpatient clinics. You will work closely with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and staff to optimize the surgical schedule and ensure efficient use of resources.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of medical scheduling experience.