Medical Scheduler (previous exp REQUIRED in this role)
Job Description
Strongly preferred Cardiovascular background and able to handle high call volume. Flexibility for cross training is must.
2+ years of surgery scheduling experience required
**13 week assignment** Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Required Medical Clinic experience. Strongly preferred Cardiovascular background.
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Surgical Scheduler to join our healthcare team. In this vital role, you will coordinate and manage all aspects of surgical scheduling, ensuring seamless communication between patients, physicians, and surgical staff. Your proactive approach will help optimize operating room utilization, improve patient experience, and support clinical workflows. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to patient care excellence while working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Duties
- Schedule surgeries efficiently by coordinating with physicians, patients, and surgical staff using advanced EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems such as Epic, Meditech, Athenahealth, and eClinicalWorks
- Verify patient insurance coverage and obtain pre-authorizations for procedures in compliance with health insurance policies including Medicare and HIPAA regulations
- Review medical documentation, care plans, and clinical notes to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to scheduling
- Maintain detailed records of surgery dates, patient information, CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) codes, ICD-9/ICD-10 diagnosis codes, and billing details
- Communicate clearly with patients via phone and front desk interactions regarding appointment details, preparation instructions, and post-operative follow-up
- Collaborate with clinical teams to ensure all necessary medical records are prepared and available for upcoming surgeries
- Manage electronic health records (EHR) systems efficiently while adhering to confidentiality policies and medical terminology standards
If interested, please apply online then text David with your availability to discuss at 972-346-0506
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Meet Your Recruiter
David McClanahan
Operations Manager
David has been in healthcare recruiting for 2 years, placing candidates in all areas of a Hospital/Clinic. He enjoys building strong relationships with his candidates/clients, while helping fill important assignments in his community. David is originally from Galveston, TX but relocated in 2005 to the DFW area to play Baseball in college. David graduated from Northwood University in 2009 with a BBA. He enjoys watching all of Houston sports team, playing Golf and spending time on the weekend with his family.