Job Description
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Under the direction of the Director of Peri-operative Business the scheduler 3 is responsible for the scheduling of elective procedures for Surgical Services and GI by utilizing knowledge of the physical environment, surgical instrumentation and/or equipment, staff and surgeon's preferences to schedule cases. The Scheduler is responsible for promoting a professional atmosphere and assisting in activities to facilitate the smooth functioning of surgical schedule. Demonstrates effective public relations and communication skills in dealing with physicians, office personnel, visitors and staff.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS - Obtains pre-authorizations for procedures as required by insurance companies.
- Oversees, produces, and distributes all surgical and procedural schedules to physicians and departments.
- Collaborates with patients, families, staff, and providers within the office and the greater community to schedule surgeries, pre-op physicals, and testing.
- Coordinates with hospitals and vendors for special cases or circumstances.
- Identifies ways to streamline surgical scheduling process and provides suggestions to managing staff.
- Ensures electronic systems and scheduling tools are up-to-date and operating smoothly, and contacts appropriate personnel to resolve any issues.
- Ensures documentation is complete to support accurate billing of surgical procedures.
- Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary. core qualifications Education: High School diploma or equivalent
Certification and Licensing: Not Applicable
Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes: - Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
- Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
- Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
- Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
- Proficiency in computer software (i.e. Microsoft Office).
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
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Job Status: Full time
Employee Type: Staff
Pay Grade: H5 The University of Miami
Job Tags
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