Surgery Scheduler Orthopedics

Banner Health; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health seeks a Surgical Scheduling Coordinator for the Alvernon Orthopedics Clinic in Tucson. You will schedule surgical, cardiac, and obstetric cases using an advanced scheduling system, enter charges and orders, and generate reports for management.

You will liaise with staff, physicians, and families, maintaining confidentiality and accuracy in records. The role requires 2 years of medical clerical experience, knowledge of medical terminology, and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED and knowledge of medical terminology.
• Typically 2 years of medical clerical experience; hospital central scheduling or physician office scheduling preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork abilities; familiarity with payor contract terms.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate case times for elective, urgent, or emergent surgeries in a scheduling system.
• Enter patient charges, orders, and pertinent information; compile and report statistics for management.
• Act as receptionist for the unit; greet patients and coordinate between staff, physicians, and families.

Skills

Medical terminology

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheet software

Computerized scheduling systems

Job description

## Surgery Scheduler OrthopedicsApply: BUMG Alvernon Orthopedics (707 N Alvernon Way, Suite 205): Full time: Posted Yesterday: R4452849**Primary City/State:**Tucson, Arizona**Department Name:**Alvernon Orthopedics-Clinic**Work Shift:**Day**Job Category:**Administrative ServicesYou have a place in the health care industry. There’s more to health care than IV bags and trauma rooms. We support all staff members as they find the path that is right for them. If you’re looking to leverage your abilities – you belong at Banner Health. Apply today.We are seeking a talented **Surgical Scheduling Coordinator** to join our Orthopedic team, where your skills will directly support life-changing patient care every single day. In this vital role, you will manage the scheduling of surgical, cardiovascular, and obstetrical procedures using an advanced computerized scheduling system, ensuring seamless coordination of elective, urgent, and emergent cases with precision and efficiency. You will serve as a key liaison between department staff, physicians, and patient families, playing a central role in delivering exceptional communication and care coordination across the organization. Your expertise will also be put to work entering patient charges, orders, and critical data into the system, as well as compiling and reporting statistical insights that help drive informed management decisions. With the responsibility of maintaining confidential medical records, you will be trusted with work that truly matters. If you thrive in a collaborative, mission-driven environment and are passionate about supporting outstanding patient outcomes behind the scenes, this is the opportunity for you!**Location:****BUMG Alvernon Orthopedics - this role will travel between****2800 E. Ajo Way****707 N. Alvernon****and 265 W. Ina Rd.****Schedule:****Monday - Friday****Clinic hours 7:30a - 5:00p - 8 hour shifts**University Medical Center Tucson PBCs Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care professionals and conducting ground breaking research. Also located on the campus is Diamond Children's - recognized for its specialized pediatric services including neonatal and intensive care, emergency medicine and cancer therapies. Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is a Level 1 Trauma Center, meaning we care for the most critically injured patients. The hospital is consistently listed among the nation's top hospitals in the prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by U.S. News & World Report. The hospital's physicians are full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson. Our specialty services include comprehensive heart and cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ transplant program.POSITION SUMMARY This position is responsible for scheduling surgical, cardiovascular or obstetrical procedures using a computerized scheduling system. The position is also responsible for entering patient charges, orders, and other pertinent information into the system and compiling and reporting statistical information to management. The incumbent may act as an office liaison for department staff, physicians, and patient families. CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Coordinates case times for elective, urgent or emergent surgeries, cardiovascular or obstetrical procedures in a computerized scheduling system. Verifies and reviews physician privilege status prior to scheduling. Interfaces with medical staff office to maintain log of current privilege status and maintains confidentially of all information. May acquire and maintain physician preference information and staff roster. 2. Acquires authorization numbers, History and Physicals, results of laboratory tests and verifies that they are current. Orders previous medical records for the day of the procedure, when necessary. 3. Types and prints physician orders for multiple physicians and departments. Schedules and maintains physician block time, and block time releases. 4. Enters physician’s orders for lab, blood bank, medical imaging, and cardiology. Enters results of diagnostic tests, patient registration information and patient charges. Compiles data and prepares statistical reports for management. 5. Conducts charge management audits for assigned area. Reconciles charge packet information with the audit. Identifies missed or incorrect charges and corrects when appropriate. 6. Acts as a receptionist to assigned unit; answers phones, relays message. Greets and directs patients, visitors, physicians, and families and answers questions about policies and procedures. Acts as a liaison among nursing units, physician and staff to relay patient data. Screens requests for patient information and refers to appropriate staff. Records and types minutes of staff meetings, when required. Prepares and distributes staff call roster each month. 7. Enters facility work orders and supply orders when required by assigned department. Requests repairs/maintenance for business machines in the department. Arranges for pickup and delivery of instruments and equipment and completes all necessary paperwork. 8. This position has responsibility for scheduling surgeries and procedures and maintaining a smooth workflow in the area. Must be able to work with minimal supervision, under stressful situations, set priorities and maintain highly confidential information.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. Requires skills and abilities typically attained with 2 years of medical clerical experience; preferably in a hospital central scheduling or physician office scheduling setting. Knowledge of medical terminology is required.Also requires knowledge of payor contract terms and processes. Must possess excellent organizational skills, as well as effective human relations and communication skills. Requires effective teamworking skills and the ability to meet deadlines and productivity standards. The position requires knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software and the ability to use computerized scheduling systems. Must possess the ability to maintain accurate statistical records, gather data, and produce reports.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Additional related education and/or experience preferred.