Surgical and Procedural Scheduler
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Job Summary:
The Surgical and Procedural Scheduler schedules all surgical and procedural procedures and assures that all of the appropriate clinical, equipment and insurance coding information is collected for the surgery schedule. Scheduler receives requests to schedule procedures from physician offices and schedules the procedure according to established guidelines and policies. Scheduler provides accurate information so that all departments may view daily, and maintains open communication with hospital departments and physician offices regarding schedule changes.
Minimum Qualifications:
Associate's degree in a related field and 2 years relevant Operating Room or healthcare experience required OR an equivalent combination of education and experience required. Strong computer skills required. Familiarity with Excel, Word, and Windows applications required. Must have excellent organizational skills and be detail-oriented. Must be highly skilled in verbal communication, problem-solving, prioritization, and organization.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous scheduling experience in a health care environment is preferred. (e.g., physician's office, clinic, or hospital) Knowledge of medical terminology and familiarity with medical diagnostic procedures, and health care billing and authorization are preferred. Knowledge of HIPAA/Confidentiality preferred. Familiarity with an EMR system, such as EPIC, preferred.
Work Days:
Monday-Friday, Days
Message to Applicants:
Recruitment Office: Human Resources
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