Surgical Scheduler: OR Scheduling & Patient Care

Henry Ford Health; Michigan; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Michigan is seeking a Surgical Scheduler to coordinate operating room schedules, equipment, and staff. You’ll work with physician offices to accommodate requests and ensure patient needs are met, contributing to smooth surgical services.

The role emphasizes accurate demographic, billing, and insurance data in the EMR, preventing delays, with opportunities to grow in a mission-driven health system serving Detroit and surrounding communities.

Qualifications

• 1 year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required.
• High School diploma equivalency.
• Preferred: minimum of two years in a healthcare setting.
• Familiar with insurances/authorizations.

Responsibilities

• Work with physician offices to gather information needed to schedule surgeries consistent with department guidelines and accommodating physicians’ requests and patients’ needs.
• Assign operating suites and equipment and block times to maximize efficient use of resources.
• Ensure necessary demographic, billing, and insurance information is entered into electronic medical records and coordinate with Patient Admitting as needed to prevent delays in scheduled surgery.
• Reschedule surgeries as needed to accommodate emergencies or other unanticipated events.

Education

High School diploma equivalency

Job description

Henry Ford Health in Michigan is seeking a Surgical Scheduler to coordinate operating room schedules, equipment, and staff. You’ll work with physician offices to accommodate requests and ensure patient needs are met, contributing to smooth surgical services.

The role emphasizes accurate demographic, billing, and insurance data in the EMR, preventing delays, with opportunities to grow in a mission-driven health system serving Detroit and surrounding communities.