What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgery Scheduler - Lakeview Urologic Surgreons position at UPMC?
Join Our Dynamic Team at UPMC Hamot’s Lakeview Urologic Surgeons in Erie, PA!
We’re seeking a full-time Surgery Scheduler to join our urologic practice. In this exciting role, you’ll be responsible for managing schedules for both adult and pediatric patients, ensuring efficient patient flow, and enhancing the overall patient experience. With the ability to work from home one day a week, you’ll have the perfect balance of flexibility and hands-on engagement. Your role will support both the urologic team and pediatric office, filling in at the front desk as needed. This fast-paced environment offers opportunities to collaborate closely with providers, nurses, and administrative staff to maintain smooth operations and improve patient care.
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards benefits package and a Monday – Friday schedule, 7:30 am – 4:00 pm. If you are highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrive in a supportive, team-oriented environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
Ideal candidates will have:
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Experience with medical scheduling software
- The ability to handle stress and stay calm under pressure
- Empathy and patience, especially with pediatric patients
Ready to make a meaningful impact? Apply today!
In this role, there are opportunities to -
- Coordinate patient scheduling for inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures.
- Work with the department to address and resolve procedural and operational issues.
- Monitor patient follow-up through the Refract Tracker and EPIC systems.
- Prepare and forward necessary admission reservations, demographics, and insurance information to hospitals.
- Collaborate with hospital staff to obtain approval for patient admissions.
- Discuss and arrange financial matters, including collecting pre-payments prior to surgery.
- Ensure informed consent is signed by patients before procedures.
- Provide pre- and post-operative instructions according to specific service guidelines.
- Coordinate patient education seminars and schedule physicians accordingly.
- Collect data for research studies and special projects as assigned.
Salary : $18 - $27
