What are the responsibilities and job description for the SURGICAL SCHEDULER, SPN NEUROSURGERY position at South Georgia Medical Center?
Description
WHAT IT'S LIKE AT SGMC HEALTH
Purpose. No matter your role or area that you work in, at SGMC Health we are collectively working towards goals that will make our community a better place.
Excellence. We strive to do the right thing the right way, are accountable in all we do, require competence of our people, and are compassionate in our service.
Team Spirit. We encourage team effort, support personal and professional development, acknowledge individual talents and skills, and support innovation and empowerment.
Award Winning Performance. We are committed to providing the best care possible and we are proud to be recognized locally, statewide, and nationally for the exceptional care that our staff provides.
WHY YOU WILL LOVE SGMC HEALTH
SGMC has great benefit options, depending on the role that you are going into– including healthcare, supplementary benefits, ways to save for the future, opportunities for career advancement, and opportunities to expand your skill set. Some of these great benefit options are listed below:
- Low Healthcare Insurance Premiums
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee discounts
- Company paid life insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Cancer Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- On-the-job training and skills development
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Employee Assistance Program
JOB LOCATION : Professional Building
DEPARTMENT: SPN - NEUROSURGERY
SCHEDULE: Full Time, 8 HR Day Shift, 8-5 M-Th, 8-12 Fri
POSITION SUMMARY
Works in the SGMC Health Neurosurgery medical office setting. Posts surgical cases, by OR specific codes and block, maintains historical data from patient OR record, and has the ability to research and recall billing/patient information as requested by management and the business office. The function of the Surgical Scheduler is the completion of the daily surgical schedule through effective leadership, cooperation of staff, and to minimize surgical delays. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: scheduling for a multi-physician practice of daily general and specialty surgical procedures; coordinating necessary auxiliary staff needed for each surgeon; ensuring that each surgical case has all the proper consents needed for each procedure and in addition is required to take ownership in contacting departments, medical offices and facilities for consultations, labs, CD’s, H & P’s and all medical records required for each procedure; maintain, store and export all documentation in SGMC Health EHR; daily review of all upcoming surgical cases for accuracy and documentation completion; daily communication with physicians, Practice Manager and support staff for all upcoming surgical cases. Confidentiality is mandatory.
EDUCATION
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Completion of course of study for medical terminology is preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
- Ability to write simple correspondence.
- Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Flexible in work schedule, assignments, and work load.
- Ability to understand and follow the policies and procedures of SGMC Health and regulatory agencies’ standards and rules.
WORKING CONDITIONS - ADA INFORMATION
Modern, well-lighted, air-conditioned, general office area. Moderate/High stress level. Incorporated within one or more of the previously mentioned essential functions of this position description is the following physical requirements: ability to sit, stand or walk for moderate periods; reading of printed material; listening to physicians, mid-level providers, patients, and staff; verbally responding to patients and staff; moderately heavy lifting {0-25lbs.}, reaching, stooping, pushing, pulling, bending, and twisting. Must be organized, self-motivated, and able to work independent of direct supervision to carry out responsibilities. Mental effort required to assess, plan and make or recommend decisions in complex high stress environment. Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
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