What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgery Scheduler position at Rothman Orthopaedics?
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Rothman Orthopaedics is looking to hire a full time Surgery Scheduler based in our South Philadelphia office! The Surgery Scheduler makes and schedules surgery appointments for patients in an efficient and timely manner. If you are qualified for and interested in this role, please apply.
Schedule: Monday through Friday 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Rothman Orthopaedics is a world leader in the field of orthopedics, improving patients' lives with unwavering commitment. The practice was founded in 1970 by Richard H. Rothman, M.D., Ph.D and provides leading care in more than 40 locations.
Qualifications:
- Two year of work experience in a medical office setting with medical receptionist or surgical scheduling experience.
- Knowledge of medical terminology desirable.
- Word processing and computer experience.
- Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required
Responsibilities:
- Greets and registers patients in a prompt, pleasant, and helpful manner. Verifies necessary information: demographics/Insurance/ Primary Care Physician, Procedure and laterality.
- Schedules and coordinates patients’ surgical appointments to all participating locations and non-surgical related diagnostic studies including, but not limited to ESI and CT myelograms. Maintains paper and computerized logging system.
- Answers questions regarding patient’s surgical appointments and testing.
- Assembles/prepares patient’s surgical charts. Have patient sign Financial Policy and address any Collection Alerts.
- Schedules patients procedure, Pre-operative testing , Medical clearance, Orthotic (if needed) and Post-Operative appointments.
- Completes reservation form and sends over to appropriate Hospital along with all Facility forms.
- Create referral in ECW and send insurance/surgical information to the rep in order for authorization to be obtained.
- Reviews physicians schedules weekly. For any cancellations/Rescheduled cases: must send notification to facility and Physician. Work with the Doctor to accommodate other patients to fill OR schedule.
- Follow up 1 week prior to patients surgical date: all Lab, EKG and Clearances results. Fax to appropriate facility, PCP and scan into ECW along with fax confirmations and assign to your Physicians Pool.
- Schedules, obtains room and calls insurance to verify benefits and authorize admission, etc. for any urgent add on cases (within 24 hours)
- Review each chart/patient to ensure everything has been completed prior to surgery date (dental letter, clearance, PAT’s, lab results, precert is completed and consent is signed and the hospital has all information.)
Our Commitment to Employees:
Come work at Rothman Orthopaedics! Our employees are our single greatest asset, as such, we strive to provide a professional, nurturing environment where every member of our team can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. This commitment to our employees has earned us the distinction as a Top Workplace in Philadelphia by the Philadelphia Inquirer year after year. Our employees enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health and dental benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and retirement savings plans.
Rothman Orthopaedics is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to providing opportunities to all qualified applicants without regards to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We value developing an inclusive and equitable environment that strengthens our organization and allows us to better attract and retain a diverse workforce that is representative of our patients and our community. We model our values by creating and enacting practices that encourage participation from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.
COVID-19 Vaccination Policy:
As a condition of employment at Rothman Orthopaedics, it is required you receive the COVID-19 vaccination. Rothman Orthopaedics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and requests for reasonable accommodations will be considered.
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