Job Description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day ShiftWe're hiring for a Surgical Scheduler - Attach Resume

Ready to thrive in a dynamic, high-energy environment? Join our Bariatric Surgical Practice and bring your exceptional talents to a team that makes a real impact—every single day.

If you love helping patients, staying organized, and being part of a fast paced, supportive team… we want to meet you!

You would be responsible for scheduling surgical procedures, including, pre and postoperative visits under the direction of the provider. Responsible for maintaining proper provider schedules and coordinating surgeries in accordance with provider templates. In addition, the employee will be responsible for coordinating the surgeons’ OR schedule and aligning it with the ambulatory practice schedule to ensure there are no overlaps. Responsible for working with multiple physician practices and Hospital departments.

What you will do:

• Complete any pre-authorizations and prior approvals from third party payers for all radiology and surgical procedures

• Capture patient information including demographic, diagnosis, procedure, insurance and physician

• Maintain proper provider schedules and coordinate surgeries in an efficient manner

• Adjust schedule template to accurately reflect surgeons' clinical time

• Confirm electronic health record and outlook schedules match and accurately reflect the surgeon’s daily schedule

• Obtain pre-surgical testing, arrangements and reporting to pre-admission testing

• Schedule procedures in an appropriate time period as it relates to the patient’s diagnosis and urgency of the surgery

• Coordinate exchanges of information between physicians in the group, outside groups, and Saint Francis Hospital as it pertains to the surgical cases

• Review discharge instructions with patients and ensure proper follow-up appointments are scheduled at the time the procedure is scheduled

• Collaborate with Medical Practice Assistants within the office to coordinate aftercare and services required with outside facilities

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent, Associate's preferred

• Surgical scheduling experience, proficient knowledge of Medical Terminology required; previous experience working in a surgeon's practice, preferred.

• Requires a good understanding of surgical procedures. Good critical thinking and problem-solving skills to work effectively to maintain an accurate OR schedule. Must have the ability to work within deadlines and in fast paced environment with excellent prioritization skills.

Pay Range: $18.70 - $28.05

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Great benefits from Day 1

• Patient-centric environment

• Career growth and advancement potential

• Diverse and inclusive culture

We are a group of primary care providers, specialists and surgeons serving patients in Connecticut and western Massachusetts. Part of Trinity Health Of New England, we offer primary care, specialty care, surgery, urgent care, rehabilitation, and imaging and lab services for thousands of patients every year.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.