Surgery Scheduler — Patient Pathway Navigator (Weekdays)

UPMC; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybride; USD 42 000 - 54 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

UPMC Weight Management in Harrisburg, PA is seeking a dedicated Surgery Scheduler to coordinate and schedule patients for bariatric surgeries and related procedures. This role supports surgeons and administrators in developing and monitoring operations, with minimal travel as needed.

The Scheduler will manage pre-op arrangements, insurance information, and patient education, ensuring accurate billing and timely follow-ups. Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.

Qualifications

• Organized and patient-focused

Responsabilités

• Coordinate and schedule patients for in-patient and outpatient surgical procedures.
• Assist the surgeon and administrator in promoting, developing and monitoring all aspects of operations.
• Troubleshoot procedural and operations issues with the department.
• Coordinate and monitor patient follow-up through the Refract Tracker and EPIC.
• Prepare and forward admission reservations/requisitions with demographics and insurance information.
• Coordinate cases and obtain hospital admission approvals.
• Discuss and coordinate financial arrangements prior to surgery including pre-payments.
• Ensure informed consents are signed.
• Provide patients with pre- and postoperative instructions.
• Coordinate patient education seminars and schedule physicians accordingly.
• Collect data for research studies.
• Schedule pre-screening exams, diagnostic tests, post-operative appointments and surgical cases.
• Ensure billing and insurance information is current and accurate.
• Complete special projects as assigned.
• Act as liaison between patient and referring physicians.
• Obtain pre-certification and/or referrals prior to procedures.
• Coordinate and track internal and external marketing efforts.
• Attend and schedule department meetings.
• Respond to inquiries about surgery with educational materials.

Description du poste

UPMC Weight Management in Harrisburg, PA is seeking a dedicated Surgery Scheduler to coordinate and schedule patients for bariatric surgeries and related procedures. This role supports surgeons and administrators in developing and monitoring operations, with minimal travel as needed.

The Scheduler will manage pre-op arrangements, insurance information, and patient education, ensuring accurate billing and timely follow-ups. Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.