Surgery Scheduler & Patient Care Coordinator

Uclahealthcareers; Northern, Los Angeles (KY, CA); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Healthcare Careers is seeking a dedicated Surgery Scheduler to coordinate surgical cases and related administrative tasks, including pre-op scheduling, authorizations, and patient communication with surgeons and clinical teams.

The role also supports front desk operations across department clinics, triaging calls, checking patients in/out, scheduling tests and appointments, and preparing charts for provider visits. Coverage across clinics may be needed.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating surgical cases and pre-operative activities.
• Ability to obtain insurance authorizations and communicate with patients and teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Schedule surgeries and pre-operative appointments.
• Answer and triage patient calls; check in/out patients; schedule clinic appointments.
• Process medical records, review referrals and manage insurance pre-certifications.
• Provide coverage at various department clinics as needed.

Job description

UCLA Healthcare Careers is seeking a dedicated Surgery Scheduler to coordinate surgical cases and related administrative tasks, including pre-op scheduling, authorizations, and patient communication with surgeons and clinical teams.

The role also supports front desk operations across department clinics, triaging calls, checking patients in/out, scheduling tests and appointments, and preparing charts for provider visits. Coverage across clinics may be needed.