Surgical Scheduling Specialist: Patient Care Focus

Riverside Health; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System in Williamsburg, VA is seeking a Surgical Scheduler to coordinate pre-operative and post-operative activities and schedule surgeries across affiliated facilities. You will assemble charts, obtain authorizations, and handle scheduling with multiple departments to ensure smooth patient flow.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of surgical scheduling experience, strong time management, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Associates Degree or Bachelors Degree are preferred.
• 1 year of surgical scheduling experience is preferred but not always required.

Responsibilities

• Promotes teamwork and coordinates with nurses and physicians.
• Schedules surgeries and pre/post-operative appointments.
• Maintains knowledge of compliance requirements (HIPAA, etc.).
• Performs receptionist duties and handles the department phone line.
• Uses scheduling software and coordinates with facilities for tests.
• Obtains necessary authorizations to ensure proper reimbursement.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree

Bachelors Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Riverside Health System in Williamsburg, VA is seeking a Surgical Scheduler to coordinate pre-operative and post-operative activities and schedule surgeries across affiliated facilities. You will assemble charts, obtain authorizations, and handle scheduling with multiple departments to ensure smooth patient flow.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of surgical scheduling experience, strong time management, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.