Surgical Scheduling Coordinator I-Cardiovascular Surgery

Mount Sinai Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,201 - 39,302; Full time

Job summary

Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York is hiring a Scheduling Coordinator responsible for coordinating inpatient and ambulatory surgeries and follow-up appointments. The role involves ensuring proper scheduling, verifying patient information, and acting as a liaison among healthcare providers.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and at least 2 years of surgical scheduling experience. Certifications in medical terminology and coding are preferred. The position offers an hourly salary ranging from $19.02 to $28.53.

Qualifications

• 2 years of surgical scheduling experience required.
• High School diploma or Associate's Degree preferred.
• Certificates in Medical Terminology and coding preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all OR surgeries and procedures.
• Verify patient demographics and obtain pre-certification.
• Record hospital reservation and pre-admit data.
• Arrange patient pre-testing and obtain medical clearance.
• Make surgical confirmation calls.
• Act as liaison between physicians and surgeons.
• Collect and distribute paperwork for surgeries.
• Schedule post-operative follow-up visits.

Skills

Surgical scheduling experience

Communication skills

Insurance verification

Education

High School diploma

Associate's Degree preferred

Certificate in Medical Terminology

Certificate in ICD-9 and CPT coding

Job description

Description

The Scheduling Coordinator is responsible for scheduling inpatient and ambulatory surgeries and procedures and follow‑up appointments for patients. Obtains pre‑authorizations for procedures and diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all OR surgeries and procedures.
• Verify patient demographics and obtain pre‑certification from insurance carriers for all surgeries and procedures.
• Record hospital reservation and pre‑admit data in the prevailing institutional system.
• Arrange patient pre‑testing with appropriate departments and obtain patient medical clearance.
• Make surgical confirmation calls in advance of scheduled surgery or procedure date.
• Act as liaison between referring physicians and surgeons for communication of clinical data and to determine OR scheduling.
• Collect and distribute appropriate paperwork to internal and external parties to coordinate surgeries.
• Schedule post‑operative follow‑up visits with providers.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma. Associate's Degree preferred.
• At least 2 years of surgical scheduling experience.
• Certificate in Medical Terminology preferred.
• Certificate in ICD‑9 and CPT coding preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal‑opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization.

Compensation

Salary range: $19.02 to $28.53 hourly. Actual salaries depend on experience, education, and operational need. The range does not include bonuses, incentives, or other forms of compensation or benefits.