About the Role
The Surgical Scheduler will be responsible for obtaining authorizations for surgeries along with scheduling H&P and pre admission testing. Must have excellent communication and organizational skills.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate the main operating room bookings and schedule specialized operating room equipment.
- Cross cover on the ambulatory surgery.
- Obtain precertification and authorization for surgical procedures and medical clearance, review and validate patient insurance.
- Schedule patient’s history, physical and preadmission testing.
- Maintain paper files on scheduled surgeries.
- Answer phones, assist with light secretarial duties.
- Liaison between operating room, Ambulatory Surgery Center, Attending’s, Residents, and NP/PA and reps.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by management.
Requirements
- Two years of full time medical office experience.
Skills
- Knowledge of IDX, CERNER and computers.
- Knowledge of insurance authorization process.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
Location
- Stony Brook, NY
Work Type
- Full Time
- Onsite
Experience Level
- 2+ years of medical office experience
Education Level
- High school diploma or GED
Salary/Compensations
- $22.17 - $27.70 per hour
About the Company
- StaffCo is a Professional Employer Organization (PEO) that provides payroll and human resources services. SUNY Stony Brook Hospital is responsible for the operation of the hospital and provision of healthcare.
Equal Opportunity
- CPMP provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
- CPMP expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status. Improper interference with the ability of CPMP’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
