Surgery Scheduler/Medical Assistant

Location: Denver Metro Area, CO (Monday: Lone Tree, Tuesday: Aurora, Wednesday-Friday: Englewood)

Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM MST (No weekends)

Are you a highly organized and compassionate individual looking to advance your healthcare career? We're seeking a dedicated Surgery Scheduler/Medical Assistant to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for an entry to mid-level professional to gain valuable experience and grow within a supportive environment.

This role offers a unique blend of administrative and clinical responsibilities, providing diverse experience and contributing significantly to patient care. You'll be instrumental in ensuring smooth surgical coordination and providing direct patient support.

Responsibilities:

Surgery Scheduling (2-3 days/week):

• Coordinate surgeries and insurance coverage directly with hospitals.

• Manage authorization and verification of insurance benefits for procedures.

• Maintain a high volume of scheduled surgeries, aiming for 6-8 per day.

Medical Assisting (2-3 days/week):

• Perform light MA duties, including taking blood pressures and vital signs.

• Room patients efficiently and prepare them for examinations.

• Assist with wound care and support procedures as needed.

• Help manage a patient volume of approximately 25 patients per day.

 

What You'll Bring:

 

Must-Haves:

• Proven clinical experience in a healthcare setting.

• Experience working with insurance processes or scheduling appointments.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience with insurance verification and authorization.

• Basic Medical Assistant skills (vitals, blood pressure, wound care, staple removal).

• Reliable, independent, and coachable personality.

• MA diploma or Bachelor's degree.

• Vascular experience is a plus!

 

Why Join Us?

 

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to learn and grow. We are committed to training and investing in new team members, making this an ideal role for individuals starting or continuing their healthcare careers. You'll gain comprehensive experience in both administrative and clinical aspects of a busy practice.

 

Perks & Benefits:

 

• Onsite parking available at all locations.

• Competitive pay ($18-$23/hour) with a focus on professional development.

• Work-life balance with no weekend shifts.

Benefits:

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

Experience Requirements: 

• Clinical experience
• Experience working with insurances or scheduling

Nice to have Skills: 

• Experience with insurance verification/ authorization
• Basic MA work (vitals, blood pressure, wound care, removing staples)
• Reliable, Independent, Coachable
• MA diploma or Bachelor's degree
• Vascular experience

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.