Surgical Scheduling Specialist I

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

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.