Surgery Scheduler: Precision Pre-Op & OR Coordination

City of Hope; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Hope seeks a Scheduling Coordinator to manage accurate scheduling of inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures and related pre-operative appointments. You will coordinate with OR staff, ensure timely pre-op testing, and collaborate with New Patient Services to prepare patient information before surgery dates.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and at least two years in a medical environment with knowledge of medical terminology.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years work experience in a medical environment.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate surgery cases and outpatient procedures for the department of surgery and associated divisions.
• Coordinate surgical procedures with OR staff and patients to ensure proper scheduling.
• Prepare and review the Scheduling Data Sheet and ensure pre-op tests are ordered in time.
• Coordinate with New Patient Services to ensure slides, reports and information are ready before surgery date.
• Schedule pre-op appointments and communicate information to patients promptly.
• Arrange pre-op authorizations with the Utilization Review Department.
• Process pre-op consultations and related labs, EKGs, x-rays or other services as requested.
• Direct patient calls regarding pre-op instructions and post-op questions.
• Schedule surgery based on doctors' OR block times and clinic schedules.
• Coordinate pre-op admission with the Admitting Department.

Skills

Medical terminology

Medical office experience

Scheduling coordination

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Job description

City of Hope seeks a Scheduling Coordinator to manage accurate scheduling of inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures and related pre-operative appointments. You will coordinate with OR staff, ensure timely pre-op testing, and collaborate with New Patient Services to prepare patient information before surgery dates.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and at least two years in a medical environment with knowledge of medical terminology.