Description

Kellis Eye & Laser Center, an ophthalmology and oculoplastic surgery practice, is looking for a Full-time Surgical Scheduler to join our dynamic team in Chardon, OH.

Responsibilities:

Coordinate and schedule appointments for surgeries and follow-up appointments and any other tests as ordered by the surgeon

Schedule surgery at correct location with correct surgeon(s)

Coordinate arrangements for surgical assistants, special equipment and surgical materials

Organize the next day's schedule and ensure that there are no physician or equipment conflicts

Provide patient with generic preoperative and postoperative information.

Function as liaison between surgeon, OR scheduler/system, and patient

Act as primary contact for surgical patients and responds to telephone inquiries

Use the telephone to send or receive communication related to the surgery schedule, pass messages to surgeons or other personnel, and request x-rays or x-ray technicians

The Surgical Scheduler will complete paperwork and enter data into the computer

He/She will maintain a record of physicians' vacations or out-of-the-operating-room schedules

Crosscheck paperwork for accuracy

Prepare the surgical chart with all necessary paperwork; ensure all surgery related work is completed and delivered to the appropriate areas by the designated time

The Surgical Scheduler will submit necessary information and documentation for insurance authorization and work with billing specialist as needed to obtain authorization for surgery from patient's insurance company

Requirements

3 years experience in a medical office environment with knowledge of medical surgical terminology

Excellent communication skills

Ability to use a computer

Strong organizational skills

The Surgical Scheduler should have the ability to work under pressure

Ability to participate as a member of a team; and reliability and punctuality

He/She should possess excellent customer service and public relations skills

Experience with Nextech applications preferred

Job ID: KELC