Surgical Scheduling Coordinator at University of Maryland Medical System in Largo, Maryland

Job Description:

Job Description

Surgical Scheduling Coordinator

Full-time / Day-shift
UM Capital Region Health - Largo, MD



POSITION SUMMARY



Under the regular supervision of the Front Office Supervisor and Business Operations Manager, performs administrative duties and is responsible for scheduling surgical procedures Coordinates with the Surgery Center and anesthesia for appropriate utilization and staffing for the upcoming schedule. Utilizes Centricity scheduling system for operations within Surgical Services. Acts as liaison between UMCRH-MG and/or the surgery center personnel to facilitate scheduling procedures.



Principal Duties:

Schedules Interventional Procedures

• Schedules appointments/procedures appropriately and arranges for specialty equipment/services.


• Completes required authorizations and referrals for services as needed.


• Gives routine instructions to customers when scheduling appointments/procedures.


• Processes registration for patients and verifies insurance.


• Tracks receipt of written orders for tests on outpatients and follows through on obtaining written order.


• Observes patients waiting for procedures and assists with basic patient care when needed.

2. Front Desk Duties

• Collects co pays from patients as required,


• Registers patients checking in,


• Assists department as needed with clerical duties,


• Provides telephone support for the department.

3. Performs related duties as assigned.


Company Description
Located in Largo in the heart of Prince George's County, our new state-of-the-art regional medical center (UM Capital Region Medical Center) will provide improved access to primary and ambulatory care services and serve as a tertiary care center for critically ill patients. In addition, our new space will allow us to expand our offerings as a community partner to help improve the health status of Prince George's County residents.


Qualifications

POSITION REQUIREMENTS




Education:

• High school diploma or GED required

Applicable Experience:

• One year of medical office experience involving basic computer use and application of office procedures required. One year experience in scheduling, insurance verification and advanced computer use is preferred.

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