Surgical Admissions Scheduler

UnitedHealth Group (old); Massachusetts; Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Plan options

Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Education Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology, to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best.

This position is office-based in MA with a training period onsite and potential remote/office flexibility after training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of administrative experience in a medical/healthcare setting.
• EPIC experience preferred or required if possible.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate surgical bookings and hospital admissions across clinicians and departments.
• Schedule hospital admissions and operating room time; handle rescheduling as needed.
• Inform patients about pre/post-operative appointments and testing; maintain clear communication.
• Process pre-authorization for admission and understand payer policies.
• Maintain electronic records and provide backup coverage as needed.
• Protect patient privacy and HIPAA compliance in all communications.

Skills

Administrative experience

Medical/healthcare knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology, to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best.

This position is office-based in MA with a training period onsite and potential remote/office flexibility after training.