The Closeout Connection

The Surgical Scheduling Coordinator has the overall responsibility of scheduling patients for surgery, including preparing & completing the required surgical paperwork for submission to Hospitals & Surgical Centers. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Coordination of Pre-Surgical Testing between the patient and facility, • Obtaining prior authorizations for all surgical procedures, • Verification of insurance and open claims for No-Fault Claims, • Answer incoming calls, take messages, and complete outreach to patients in a courteous and professional manner, • Maintain the daily operations of the office by following standard operating procedures and guidelines, • Contribute to team effort by smoothly transitioning into daily roles as needed, • Protect patient's privacy by maintaining confidentiality of personal information (HIPAA compliant), • Respond to inquiries, resolves risen issues, schedule patient appointments, • 1+ years of relevant medical administrative experience, preferred, • Experience with medical insurance/verification is a plus, • Knowledge of medical terminology & procedures, and the ability to intelligently and confidently converse with patients and referring doctors regarding treatment is preferred, • Experience with EMR, preferred, • Strong computer knowledge and windows program including Microsoft word/excel, • Experience with Athena EHR application highly preferred. SKILLS & ABILITIES Excellent verbal and written communication Outstanding customer service skills Exceptional organizational and time-managements skills - the ability to multi-task is a must Adaptability and flexibility while working in a fast-paced environment Problem-solving ability and aptitude Outcome-focused, with an ability to work under pressure A solution-oriented mindset A strong sense of urgency and focus in accomplishing tasks REQUIREMENTS • Prompt and regular attendance according to policy, • Comply with dress code and appearance standards., • Interact with patients, customers, management, team members the general public, in a professional, courteous, and tactful manner., • Functions and communicates respectfully with peers., • Participate in all mandatory job training and meetings., • Adhere to requirements, policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook and/or other clinical practices.