Kellis Eye & Laser Center, an ophthalmology and oculoplastic surgery practice, is looking for a Full-time Surgical Scheduler to join our dynamic team in Chardon, OH.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate and schedule appointments for surgeries and follow-up appointments and any other tests as ordered by the surgeon
Schedule surgery at correct location with correct surgeon(s)
Coordinate arrangements for surgical assistants, special equipment and surgical materials
Organize the next day's schedule and ensure that there are no physician or equipment conflicts
Provide patient with generic preoperative and postoperative information.
Function as liaison between surgeon, OR scheduler/system, and patient
Act as primary contact for surgical patients and responds to telephone inquiries
Use the telephone to send or receive communication related to the surgery schedule, pass messages to surgeons or other personnel, and request x-rays or x-ray technicians
The Surgical Scheduler will complete paperwork and enter data into the computer
He/She will maintain a record of physicians' vacations or out-of-the-operating-room schedules
Crosscheck paperwork for accuracy
Prepare the surgical chart with all necessary paperwork; ensure all surgery related work is completed and delivered to the appropriate areas by the designated time
The Surgical Scheduler will submit necessary information and documentation for insurance authorization and work with billing specialist as needed to obtain authorization for surgery from patient's insurance company
3 years experience in a medical office environment with knowledge of medical surgical terminology
Excellent communication skills
Ability to use a computer
Strong organizational skills
The Surgical Scheduler should have the ability to work under pressure
Ability to participate as a member of a team; and reliability and punctuality
He/She should possess excellent customer service and public relations skills
Experience with Nextech applications preferred
Job ID: Kellis
PI243075428