Surgical Scheduling Coordinator

Sioux Center Health; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Avera Cancer Institute-Sioux Falls is seeking a Medical Scheduler to support the department by completing prior and pre-authorizations for patients' insurance companies, reviewing surgery information with patients, and scheduling the pre-operative physical. You will maintain an accurate surgery schedule and provide clerical support for the department as needed.

The role requires obtaining physician information to schedule tests, coordinating care between hospital departments, and communicating

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Obtains information from physician offices to schedule tests, procedures and admissions.
• Facilitates coordination of a plan of care across hospital and clinics.
• Coordinates care between facilities for telemedicine to ensure continuity of care.
• Communicates information to physicians, staff and families clearly and professionally.
• Maintains records and documentation to meet regulatory standards.
• Schedules and maintains the surgery calendar and related orders.

Skills

Medical terminology

Education

High School or GED Equivalent

Associate's in medical secretarial school

Job description

Avera Cancer Institute-Sioux Falls is seeking a Medical Scheduler to support the department by completing prior and pre-authorizations for patients' insurance companies, reviewing surgery information with patients, and scheduling the pre-operative physical. You will maintain an accurate surgery schedule and provide clerical support for the department as needed.

The role requires obtaining physician information to schedule tests, coordinating care between hospital departments, and communicating