Surgical Scheduling Coordinator I - Surgery

Job description

The Surgical Scheduling Coordinator is responsible for scheduling inpatient and ambulatory surgeries and procedures and follow-up appointments for patients. Obtains pre-authorizations for procedures and diagnostic tests as requested by the physician. Non-Bargaining Unit, 862 - Surgery - ISM, Icahn School of Medicine - Responsible for the coordination of all OR surgeries and procedures. - Verifies patient demographics and obtains pre-certification from insurance carriers for all O surgeries and procedures. - Records hospital reservation and pre-admit data in prevailing institutional system. - Arranges patient pre-testing with appropriate departments and is responsible for obtaining patient medical clearance. - May place surgical confirmation calls in advance of scheduled surgery or procedure date. - Serves as a liaison between referring physicians and surgeons for the communication of clinical data and to determine OR scheduling, etc. - Collects and distributes appropriate paperwork to internal and external parties to coordinate surgeries. - Schedules post-operative follow-up visits with providers. - Performs other related duties. - High School diploma. Associates Degree preferred -...