What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgery Scheduler position at NemoursCareerSite?
Nemours is seeking a Surgery Scheduler (Full-Time), to join our team in Jacksonville, Florida.
Primary Function
This position is responsible for scheduling surgical procedures for assigned physician(s). Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: ensuring safe, accurate, and timely collection and submission of necessary surgical documentation, coordinates with external operating rooms, ASC, etc to ensure the patients are appropriately scheduled for surgeries and/or procedures.
Essential Functions
- Coordinates the clinic and surgery schedules for the providers to ensure no conflicts exist.
- Maintain in compliance with all HIPPA, compliance, and patient safety regulations for Nemours as well as our partners.
- Coordinates surgery schedule with internal and external operating rooms.
- Submits surgical clearances for the purpose of patient scheduling into the OR.
- Submits all necessary information to the pre-certification team to ensure appropriate insurance coverage is obtained prior to surgery/ procedure.
- Acts as the family’s liaison between the surgical centers and clinical staff to ensure all education, authorizations and post op appointments are provided.
- Schedules outpatient and inpatient surgery, procedures, and testing for patients.
- Must have the ability to collaborate with internal and external partners.
- Regular attendance is required.
- Good communication and documentation skills are required.
Job Requirements:
High School Diploma
6 months to 1 year of job-related experience required.
Epic Experience required
Medical terminology preferred
Previous surgery scheduling experience preferred
