Surgical Scheduling Specialist - Patient Care & Coordination

Socket.dev; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Urology Specialists of the Carolinas seeks a Surgical Scheduling Coordinator to join our clinical team. You will schedule surgeries, coordinate procedures across locations, obtain authorizations, and share clear information with patients about procedures and financial responsibilities.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, 2+ years in medical scheduling, and EMR proficiency, with a preference for healthcare administration education. Join a physician-led, patient-focused Southeast team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Preferred: Associate or bachelor's degree in healthcare administration or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years working in a medical office or surgical scheduling role.
• Experience working with hospital systems, surgical teams, or ambulatory surgery centers preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and coordinate surgeries and in-office procedures for providers across hospital and clinical locations.
• Manage follow-up procedures and appointments and monitor changes to daily or weekly surgery schedules.
• Obtain all necessary authorizations and referrals and document all authorizations before surgery
• Provide patients and families with accurate, clear information regarding surgical procedures, preparation instructions, and financial responsibilities.
• Collect and explain financial estimates, balances, or pre-payment requirements ahead of procedures
• Manages and maintains medical records, including patient charts, test results, and other important medical information.
• Assists with patient education and provides information on medical conditions, treatment plans, and preventative care measures.
• Answers, triages and responds timely to calls and messages.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

EMR proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's in healthcare administration or related

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Urology Specialists of the Carolinas seeks a Surgical Scheduling Coordinator to join our clinical team. You will schedule surgeries, coordinate procedures across locations, obtain authorizations, and share clear information with patients about procedures and financial responsibilities.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, 2+ years in medical scheduling, and EMR proficiency, with a preference for healthcare administration education. Join a physician-led, patient-focused Southeast team.