Surgical Admitting & Scheduling Specialist

UCI Health Regional Burn Center; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UCI Health is seeking an Admitting Worker to support patient registrations, scheduling, and authorization processes. This role helps ensure patients have funding sources and receive timely scheduling for procedures. Strong communication and insurance knowledge are essential.

The position emphasizes accurate data entry, adherence to hospital policies, and coordination with physicians and departments to smooth admissions in Orange County. Weekend and holiday coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience with computer registration and scheduling systems.
• Strong customer service skills relevant to healthcare.
• General understanding of medical terminology.
• Ability to use MS Office proficiently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.
• Ability to interpret various insurance plans and coverage decisions.

Responsibilities

• Obtain authorizations and verify funding sources for services.
• Schedule patients for surgery and coordinate with care teams.
• Respond to patient inquiries and resolve issues related to admission and scheduling.
• Maintain effective working relationships across the health system.

Skills

Registration systems

Customer service

Medical terminology

MS Office

Communication

Insurance familiarity

Scheduling

Tools

MS Office

Job description

UCI Health is seeking an Admitting Worker to support patient registrations, scheduling, and authorization processes. This role helps ensure patients have funding sources and receive timely scheduling for procedures. Strong communication and insurance knowledge are essential.

The position emphasizes accurate data entry, adherence to hospital policies, and coordination with physicians and departments to smooth admissions in Orange County. Weekend and holiday coverage may be required.