Traveling OR Scheduler & Care Coordinator

Highmark Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a scheduling specialist to coordinate operating room and office visits, obtain authorizations, and manage physician orders. The role requires knowledge of medical terminology and ICD-10/CPT codes, with strong computer and data-entry skills.

Responsibilities include chart preparation, transcribing notes, answering calls, and ensuring accurate billing information. A high school diploma is required; an Associate's Degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum High school diploma or GED; or 1–3 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Experience with ICD-10 and CPT codes.
• Computer experience and keyboard skills.
• Preferred Associate's Degree.
• PC database and word processing skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and coordinates operating room, primary care and specialty office visits, tests, procedures and/or surgeries. (30%)
• Completes reservation forms for hospitals; completes and delivers physician orders for upcoming procedures; tracks medical clearances; obtains all billing information. (30%)
• Obtains authorizations for inpatient and outpatient procedures. (30%)
• Transcribes reports, notes and correspondence; answers phones and take appropriate actions; files patient information in the medical record and prepares charts; performs general office tasks. (10%)
• Performs all other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Medical terminology

ICD-10 & CPT codes

Computer skills

Keyboard skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's Degree (preferred)

Tools

PC database

Word processing

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a scheduling specialist to coordinate operating room and office visits, obtain authorizations, and manage physician orders. The role requires knowledge of medical terminology and ICD-10/CPT codes, with strong computer and data-entry skills.

Responsibilities include chart preparation, transcribing notes, answering calls, and ensuring accurate billing information. A high school diploma is required; an Associate's Degree is preferred.