Surgery Scheduling Coordinator

This employee is responsible for gathering patient and insurance information, ensuring all necessary pre-authorization and documentation is complete and scheduling the appropriate surgeries with the hospital.
Duties and Responsibilities - Schedules patients for surgery and office visits - Verifies insurance coverage and benefits - Obtains and documents appropriate pre-authorization and referrals - Calculates and collects copayment - Reviews instructions with patients prior to surgeries - Enters charges and updates account receivables - Assists during clinic including patient check-in, check-out and answering phones - Protects patient information and maintains confidentiality Knowledge and skills - Excellent organizational skills - Excellent interpersonal communication skills - Ability to prioritize and multitask with emphasis on detail and accuracy - Ability to work independently and as a team Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent - Prior surgery scheduling or medical office experience preferred - Understanding ICD-10 & CPT codes preferred - Ability to communicate in Spanish preferred Job Type: Full-time Pay: $16.
00 - $18.
00 per hour Expected hours: 32 – 36 per week Benefits: * Free parking * Health insurance * Paid sick time * Paid time off Healthcare setting: * Clinic * Medical office * Private practice Medical specialties: * Surgery Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Work Location: In person