Surgical Scheduling Specialist - Preop & Authorizations

Grider Support Services, LLC; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Grider Support Services, LLC is seeking a meticulous Surgical Scheduler in Buffalo, NY to coordinate patient procedures, surgeries, and pre-testing. You will manage scheduling, prior authorizations, and insurance verification to ensure a smooth care pathway.

The role requires 1–2 years in a medical office, strong EMR skills, and excellent organizational and interpersonal abilities. A High School diploma is required; competitive pay and full benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency.
• Experience with prior authorizations and surgery scheduling.
• 1-2 years of experience in a medical office setting.
• Proficiency in Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with patients and healthcare teams.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Schedule hospital or office-based procedures, surgeries and follow up testing.
• Complete prior authorizations and verify insurance.
• Provide patients and facilities with instructions, forms and consents and ensure all pre-testing is completed.
• Ensure patients have proper medical clearance and completion of assessment for advanced directive, including DNR when applicable.
• Schedule standby or supplemental Providers for procedures and surgeries, if applicable.
• Coordinate any special equipment and pharmaceutical needs with vendor representatives and facility or department manager.
• Provide assistance to patients and their families in regards to preparing for surgery or procedure by answering questions and addressing concerns.
• Manage incoming mail and fax documents in accordance with company policy and process medical record requests.
• Process lab and testing orders as directed by Providers.
• Provide excellent customer service with professionalism and strong interpersonal skills to ensure a positive experience for patients, vendors, and other healthcare team members.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.

Skills

Prior authorizations

Surgery scheduling

EMR proficiency

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology

Education

High School diploma

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Grider Support Services, LLC is seeking a meticulous Surgical Scheduler in Buffalo, NY to coordinate patient procedures, surgeries, and pre-testing. You will manage scheduling, prior authorizations, and insurance verification to ensure a smooth care pathway.

The role requires 1–2 years in a medical office, strong EMR skills, and excellent organizational and interpersonal abilities. A High School diploma is required; competitive pay and full benefits are offered.