Surgery Scheduler - Pediatric Specialists

a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } UPMC Pediatric Specialists – Lemoyne, PASchedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PMNo weekends or holidaysUPMC Pediatric Specialists is seeking a motivated and compassionate team member to join our fast-paced pediatric practice. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment while supporting patients and families through a variety of responsibilities.Travel Requirement: Up to 10% travel to support additional office locations as neededa { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; }The Ideal Candidate Will:Be flexible and eager to learn and support office needsThrive in a fast-paced pediatric environmentEnjoy working with children and familiesDemonstrate strong teamwork and collaboration skillsProvide excellent customer service with a patient-first mindsetExhibit strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasksPossess strong computer skillsPurpose:Coordinate and schedule patients for in-patient and outpatient surgical procedures. Assist the surgeon and the administrator in promoting, developing and monitoring all aspects of operations.Responsibilities:Work directly with department to troubleshoot procedural and operations issues. Coordinate and monitor patient follow-up through the Refract Tracker and EPIC. Prepare and forward all necessary admission reservations/requisitions, including demographics and insurance information to hospitals. Coordinate cases and communicates with hospital personnel to obtain approval for hospital admissions. Discuss and coordinate financial arrangements prior to surgery including the collection of pre-payments. Ensure that informed consents are signed. Provide patients with pre and postoperative instruction according to service specific guidelines. Coordinate patient education seminars and schedules physicians accordingly. Collect data for research study. Schedule pre-screening exams, diagnostic testing, post-operative appointments and surgical cases for all patients. Ensure all billing and insurance information is current and accurate. Complete special projects as assigned. Act as liaison between patient and referring physicians. Obtain pre-certification and/or referral prior to the date of the procedure. Coordinate and track internal and external marketing efforts. Attend and schedule department meetings. Answer and respond to all incoming telephone inquiries regarding surgery and provides educational material, both verbally and through printed materials. a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; }High school diploma or equivalent requiredCompletion of a medical assisting program or 2–4 years of experience in a medical fieldProficiency in medical terminology preferredGeneral knowledge of computer software and practice management databases requiredKnowledge of Epic practice management system preferredStrong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skillsDemonstrated tact and diplomacy when working with physicians, patients, families, and staffAbility to interact with patients in a compassionate and professional mannerAbility to work independently and demonstrate sound decision-making skillsKnowledge of insurance regulations, including Medicare, BC/BS, managed care plans, and workers’ compensation carriers related to scheduling and procedure approvalsStrong ability to prioritize work demands in a fast-paced environmentAbility to consistently maintain confidentiality regarding all job responsibilities and patient informationAccess to medications is limited to distribution to the nurseLicensure, Certifications, and Clearances:Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewalAct 33 with renewalAct 34 with renewalAct 73 FBI Clearance with renewalUPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran