You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.
Job Summary
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Surgery Scheduler responsible for managing the surgery scheduling process. This role involves scheduling surgeries and appointments, obtaining authorizations, and maintaining clear communication with providers. The scheduler also coordinates with hospitals and surgical centers to ensure seamless operations.
Responsibilities / Job Duties
- Heavy workflow, managing schedules for up to 20 surgeries a week.
- Coordinate schedules for 2-3 providers.
- Adapt scheduling based on the type of surgery.
- Oversee the surgery process including pre-op and post-op arrangements.
- Obtain authorizations for procedures.
- Send scheduling sheets to hospitals or surgical centers.
- Assist in regular appointment scheduling and support the call center as needed.
- Communicate with patients through various channels, including portal, text, email, and voicemail.
- Manage and maintain close communication with providers regarding surgery schedules.
- Occasionally support other departments as required.
Minimum Education and Experience Qualification Requirements
Qualifications
- 2+ years of surgery scheduling experience.
- Experience in orthopedics is a significant advantage.
- Proficiency in submitting authorizations through insurance portals.
- Comfortable managing schedules and sending orders to PCP offices.
- Preferred: Experience in Orthopedics.
Schedule / Shift
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM on site.
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.
Required Employment / Compliance Language
All offers of employment are contingent on standard background screening and compliance with the requirements of our client.
*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).
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.
*As a job position within our Revenue Cycle division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: accessing financial and confidential information, handling financial and other payment data, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. 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.
