Shift: Days 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM No weekends.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Coordinates OR surgery schedules to maximize efficient use of operating rooms, equipment, and staff.

Responsibilities:

Works with physician offices to gather information needed to schedule surgeries consistent with department guidelines and accommodating physician's requests and patient's needs. Assigns operating suites and equipment and blocks times to maximize efficient use of resources. Ensures that necessary demographic, billing and insurance information is entered into electronic medical records and coordinates with Patient Admitting as needed to prevent delays in scheduled surgery. May reschedule surgeries as needed to accommodate emergencies or other unanticipated events.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 

High School diploma equivalency 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable. Minimal of two years in a healthcare setting preferred. Familiar with insurances/authorizations. Excellent customer service. Familiarity with medical and insurance terminology, previous experience in surgical scheduling in high volume practice preferred. Additional Information Organization: Henry Ford Providence Hospitals Shift: Day Job Union Code: Not Applicable