Surgery Scheduler - St. Mary's Location

Surgery Scheduler Duties - Books, coordinates and schedules patients’ surgical appointments Maintains and updates current information on physician’s surgery schedules Answers telephone, screens calls, takes messages, and provides information to patients. Answers questions regarding patient surgical appointments and testing Obtains proper authorization for surgical procedures, which includes extensive knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding as needed Submits all hospital charges to the business office Establishes and inputs physician templates including regulating physician’s vacation times, and days off and communicating this information to the appointment schedulers and staff Accurately establishes and maintains physicians’ outside clinics and in-patients in all hospital facilities. Maintains all patient confidentiality and HIPAA rules and regulations Performs related work as required Presents good telephone skills Responds promptly to patient needs and co-worker requests Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent Five years of work experience in a medical setting preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology and ICD-9 and CPT coding Word processing and computer experience Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred) Work Location: In person