Surgical Scheduling & Administrative Assistant

SUNY Upstate Medical University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The Research Foundation in Syracuse, within the Neurosurgery division, seeks an Administrative Assistant I for full-time support of surgical and clinic operations. You will coordinate surgeons' schedules, arrange clinic and surgery appointments, obtain pre-surgical tests and clearances, handle insurance authorizations, and manage correspondence with staff, patients, and external agencies.

Excellent communication skills are required, with knowledge of insurance authorization processes.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree and one year of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate multiple schedules for surgeons including clinic and surgery appointments.
• Assist in obtaining pre-surgical appointments, test results and medical clearances.
• Handle insurance authorizations and communications with staff, patients, and external agencies.
• Perform medical receptionist duties such as answering phones and completing forms.

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

The Research Foundation in Syracuse, within the Neurosurgery division, seeks an Administrative Assistant I for full-time support of surgical and clinic operations. You will coordinate surgeons' schedules, arrange clinic and surgery appointments, obtain pre-surgical tests and clearances, handle insurance authorizations, and manage correspondence with staff, patients, and external agencies.

Excellent communication skills are required, with knowledge of insurance authorization processes.