Surgical Scheduling Coordinator I - Dermatology

Mount Sinai Health System; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mount Sinai Health System is seeking a Scheduling Coordinator within the Dermatology department to manage surgical scheduling and related pre-authorization tasks. The role includes coordinating inpatient and ambulatory surgeries, processing pre-certifications, and ensuring accurate medical records and scheduling data.

Ideal candidates bring a high school diploma (associates preferred), at least two years of surgical scheduling experience, and relevant certificates preferred by the

Qualifications

• High School diploma; Associates Degree preferred.
• 2 years of surgical scheduling experience.
• Certificate in Medical Terminology preferred.
• Certificate in ICD-9 and CPT Coding preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all OR surgeries and procedures.
• Obtain pre-certification from insurance carriers.
• Record hospital reservations and pre-admit data.
• Arrange patient pre-testing and medical clearance.
• Place surgical confirmation calls as needed.
• Serve as liaison between referring physicians and surgeons.
• Distribute paperwork to coordinate surgeries.
• Schedule post-operative follow-up visits.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Scheduling coordination

Pre-authorizations

Interdepartmental liaison

Education

High School diploma

Associates Degree preferred

Medical Terminology certificate preferred

ICD-9 & CPT Coding certificate preferred

Job description

The Kimberly and Eric J. Waldman Department of Dermatology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is dedicated to delivering superior, comprehensive dermatologic care that exceeds patient expectations, and to advancing the science of dermatology through research and education.

From preparing the next generation of leaders, to providing cutting-edge and cost-effective treatment, the Department of Dermatology thrives on a passion to improve the lives of patients through science.

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.

• Responsible for the coordination of all OR surgeries and procedures.
• Verifies patient demographics and obtains pre-certification from insurance carriers for all O surgeries and procedures.
• Records hospital reservation and pre-admit data in prevailing institutional system.
• Arranges patient pre-testing with appropriate departments and is responsible for obtaining patient medical clearance.
• May place surgical confirmation calls in advance of scheduled surgery or procedure date.
• Serves as a liaison between referring physicians and surgeons for the communication of clinical data and to determine OR scheduling, etc.
• Collects and distributes appropriate paperwork to internal and external parties to coordinate surgeries.
• Schedules post-operative follow-up visits with providers.
• Performs other related duties.

• High School diploma. Associates Degree preferred
• 2 years of surgical scheduling experience.
• Certificate in Medical Terminology preferred
• Certificate in ICD-9 and CPT Coding preferred