Surgery Scheduler- Thoracic Surgery, Shadyside

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Surgery Scheduler to enhance patient care in the Thoracic Surgery department. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment with the potential for flexible scheduling, including the option for a work-from-home day. You will play a crucial role in coordinating surgical schedules, managing patient follow-ups, and ensuring seamless communication between patients and healthcare providers. With a strong focus on organization and interpersonal skills, you will contribute to a team that prioritizes patient experience and operational excellence. Join this innovative healthcare organization and take your career to the next level!

Benefits

Health and Welfare Benefits

PTO

Wellness Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Retirement Program

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a medical assisting program or 2-4 years experience in a medical field.
• Proficiency in medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor patient follow-up through the Refract Tracker and EPIC.
• Prepare and forward all necessary admission reservations/requisitions.
• Act as liaison between patient and referring physicians.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Organization Skills

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Decision Making

Insurance Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assisting Program

2-4 Years Experience in Medical Field

Tools

EPIC

Practice Management Databases

Job description

Surgery Scheduler- Thoracic Surgery, Shadyside

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University of Pittsburgh Physicians is hiring a full-time Surgery Scheduler to join their team at Thoracic Surgery.

Hours: Monday-Friday, daylight hours

Location: 5200 Center Avenue, Shadyside

Position Specifics: Potential to work 4 10-hour shifts or one work-from-home day a week, depending on department policy

What Can UPMC Do for You?

• A career path that provides you with the right experience to be successful in the position you want to obtain now and, in the future
• Health and welfare benefits like medical, vision, dental, and life and disability, and an exceptional retirement program
• Work life balance to help manage other important aspects of your life such as: PTO, wellness programs, paid parental leave
• Competitive pay for the work that you do
  
  

Responsibilities:

• Work directly with department to troubleshoot procedural and operations issues.
• Coordinate and monitor patient follow-up through the Refract Tracker and EPIC.
• Prepare and forward all necessary admission reservations/requisitions, including demographics and insurance information to hospitals.
• Coordinate cases and communicates with hospital personnel to obtain approval for hospital admissions.
• Discuss and coordinate financial arrangements prior to surgery including the collection of pre-payments.
• Ensure that informed consents are signed.
• Provide patients with pre and postoperative instruction according to service specific guidelines.
• Coordinate patient education seminars and schedules physicians accordingly.
• Collect data for research study.
• Schedule pre-screening exams, diagnostic testing, post-operative appointments and surgical cases for all patients.
• Ensure all 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 referral prior to the date of the procedure.
• Coordinate and track internal and external marketing efforts.
• Attend and schedule department meetings.
• Answer and respond to all incoming telephone inquiries regarding surgery and provides educational material, both verbally and through printed materials.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a medical assisting program or 2-4 years experience in a medical field.
• Proficiency in medical terminology preferred.
• General knowledge of computer software and practice management databases is essential.
• Knowledge of the Epic practice management programs preferred.
• Strong organization, time management and interpersonal skills.
• Tact and diplomacy are necessary in dealing with physicians, patients and their families and other employees.
• Ability to deal compassionately and professionally with patients is essential.
• Work independently and possess sound decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of insurance regulations, specifically Medicare, BC/BS, managed care plans and workers compensation carriers regarding scheduling and approval of surgical procedures.
• Ability to prioritize work demands.
• Ability to consistently maintain confidentiality with regards to all job assignments and related information.
  
  

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Act 34
  
  

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

UPMC has a Center for Engagement and Inclusions that is charged with executing leading-edge and next- generation diversity strategies to advance the organization’s diversity management capability and its national presence as a diversity leader. This includes having Employee Resources Groups, such as PRIDE Health or UPMC ENABLED (Empowering Abilities and Leveraging Difference) Network, that support the implementation of our diversity strategy.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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