Surgical Scheduling Specialist

Orthopedic Institute of Pennsylvania; Camp Hill (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision,Dis

Disability and Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) plan and profit sharing

Cell-Phone Discounts

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Orthopedic Institute of Pennsylvania is seeking an organized surgery scheduler to manage pre-op activities and patient coordination.You will review med histories, arrange tests, and ensure clearances are completed efficiently.

The role requires a high school diploma or MA/CNA background and at least one year in surgery scheduling or a medical office. Strong software skills and knowledge of medical terminology are beneficial for success.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma and/or graduation from an accredited MA or CNA program; preferred.
• Prefer one year of prior surgery scheduling or medical office experience.
• Knowledge of Practice Management and Word Processing Software; knowledge of surgical procedures is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Schedule patients for surgery, completing facility paperwork, and giving patient instructions.
• Schedule patients for diagnostic tests (MRI, CT, EMG/NCS, ESI, ultrasounds, etc.).
• Review medications and health history for pre-admission testing.
• Identify potential medical/surgical risks and communicate to the physician.
• Recognize medication interactions and discontinuations before surgery.
• Schedule medical and cardiac clearances.
• Schedule follow-up appointments and tests.
• Restock supplies as needed.
• Follow physician protocols for scheduling appointments and surgeries.

Skills

Scheduling

Medical terminology

Office software

Education

High school diploma

MA or CNA preferred

Tools

Practice Management software

Word processing

Job description

Orthopedic Institute of Pennsylvania is seeking an organized surgery scheduler to manage pre-op activities and patient coordination.You will review med histories, arrange tests, and ensure clearances are completed efficiently.

The role requires a high school diploma or MA/CNA background and at least one year in surgery scheduling or a medical office. Strong software skills and knowledge of medical terminology are beneficial for success.