Surgical Scheduling Specialist

Talentify; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Career development opportunities

HSAs & FSAs

Job summary

Tenet Physician Resources is seeking a healthcare professional to manage all aspects of the surgical scheduling process and insurance verification. You will coordinate pre-operative needs, obtain authorizations, and educate patients about planned procedures in partnership with Carondelet Surgical Specialists.

The role requires at least a year in medical insurance or healthcare and preferably experience in surgery scheduling; strong attention to detail and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma/GED.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to and supports the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources.
• Adheres to the Tenet HIPAA Compliance Plan and the Privacy Standards Confidentiality Agreement.
• Demonstrates support for the Tenet Corporate Compliance Program by being knowledgeable of compliance responsibilities as expressed in the Code of Conduct; adhering to federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and corporate policies and procedures that affect job functions/responsibilities; and reporting compliance issues.
• Triage surgical candidates as required by the physicians.
• Work with appropriate hospital personnel to obtain information as required for surgery scheduling.
• Educate patients about planned surgery.
• Verify insurance information in the electronic system and obtain necessary authorizations prior to surgery.
• Work in concert with surgeons to obtain medical clearances and preoperative testing as required by hospital protocols.
• Confirm and reschedule return appointments as necessary; notify manager with patient account and insurance issues.
• Provide assistance to administrative or clinical staff as needed, and other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Tenet Physician Resources is seeking a healthcare professional to manage all aspects of the surgical scheduling process and insurance verification. You will coordinate pre-operative needs, obtain authorizations, and educate patients about planned procedures in partnership with Carondelet Surgical Specialists.

The role requires at least a year in medical insurance or healthcare and preferably experience in surgery scheduling; strong attention to detail and communication are essential.