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Under general supervision and following established policies and procedures, coordinates complex scheduling of inpatient and ambulatory surgical procedures for operating rooms according to predetermined block schedules and established policies and procedures. Works with nursing, surgical, and anesthesiology staff to monitor and evaluate scheduling procedures and develop strategies to promote efficient utilization of surgical suites. May coordinate surgical cases for multiple surgeons at multiple locations.
Job Responsibility:
Schedules inpatient and ambulatory surgical procedures for operating rooms according to predetermined block schedules and established policies and procedures
Prepares complete daily surgical schedules, including special equipment requirements and incorporating radiology and other non-surgical use of operating room facilities
Communicates with surgeons, secretarial staff, and admissions personnel to obtain needed information, coordinate and confirm schedules and identify special requirements for procedures
Notifies all referring physicians of upcoming procedures and surgeries
Identifies additional OR time for surgeon separate and apart from block time as needed
Records and compiles scheduling information on hospital and departmental computer systems
Reviews and verifies accuracy of basic patient information
Prints and distributes schedules to designated areas of the program
Identifies and communicates critical information, such as surgeon and physician availability, and special supply and equipment requests, to nursing and other appropriate staff, as necessary
Works with nursing, surgical, and anesthesiology staff to monitor and evaluate scheduling procedures and develop strategies to promote efficient utilization of surgical suites
Responds to requests for routine information or assistance from patients/parents, visitors, and hospital staff, referring inquiries requiring clinical or management judgment to appropriate personnel
Requests clarification of assigned tasks or instructions from supervisor as necessary
Schedules any consults needed prior to the surgery as requested, i.e. cardiac clearance
Monitors Epic for insurance authorization for the procedures
Brings high priority issues to supervisor’s attention, and provides updates to supervisor in the follow-up and/or resolution of these, and/or related issues
Assists with onboarding of new staff and provide ongoing support and assistance to staff
Able to work independently without direct supervision
Provides support to level I
Training others and acting as a resource
Assists in the preparation and compilation of monthly OR metrics reports, as defined by the PA or DA
Requirements:
High School Diploma/GED
Minimum 2 years of healthcare admin experience
1 year of direct surgical scheduling experience required for external candidates
Analytical skills to gather and interpret data in situations in which the information or problems are relatively routine
The ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and provide empathy in difficult interpersonal situations
What we offer:
flexible schedules
affordable health, vision and dental insurance
child care and student loan subsidies
generous levels of time off
403(b) Retirement Savings plan
Pension
Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement