Surgery Scheduler: Orchestrate Care & Authorizations

Ventura Orthopedics Inc.; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Sick Leave

Holidays

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

FSA

Life Insurance

Uniform Allowance

Professional Development

Job summary

Ventura Orthopedics is seeking a highly organized Surgery Scheduler to join our team in a fast-paced orthopedic practice. You will coordinate surgical procedures, obtain insurance authorizations, and serve as a liaison between patients, providers, hospitals, and insurers.

Join us to support outstanding patient care and work in a collaborative environment with physicians and staff. This full-time role offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities within a respected orthopedic specialty

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent
• 12–18 months of related healthcare, medical scheduling, insurance verification, or administrative experience preferred
• Strong computer and office technology skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism

Responsibilities

• Schedule surgeries and pre-operative appointments
• Coordinate surgery schedules with physicians, hospitals, and surgical facilities
• Verify patient insurance eligibility and benefits
• Obtain insurance precertifications and authorizations
• Secure authorizations for workers' compensation and industrial patients
• Communicate surgical instructions to patients
• Prepare and mail patient surgery packets and related materials
• Locate and pull patient charts for scheduled procedures
• Complete surgery scheduling forms for hospitals and centers
• Maintain scheduling records and documentation
• Provide exceptional customer service to patients, families, providers, and staff
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Customer service

Professional demeanor

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Office software

Job description

Ventura Orthopedics is seeking a highly organized Surgery Scheduler to join our team in a fast-paced orthopedic practice. You will coordinate surgical procedures, obtain insurance authorizations, and serve as a liaison between patients, providers, hospitals, and insurers.

Join us to support outstanding patient care and work in a collaborative environment with physicians and staff. This full-time role offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities within a respected orthopedic specialty