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 dedicated Surgery Scheduler to play a pivotal role in supporting patients preparing for surgical procedures. This role is essential in ensuring a smooth scheduling process, fostering a compassionate environment, and coordinating with staff across multiple facilities.

Location: onsite in Sparta, NJ

Key Responsibilities

• Contact patients within 24-48 hours to discuss surgery needs.
• Coordinate insurance benefits with the respective facility.
• Review and evaluate patient’s medical history for tests and clearances.
• Discuss facility options with patients based on insurance restrictions and medical history.
• Advise and guide patients through the pre-operative process.
• Coordinate prescriptions and instructions for required testing.
• Fax necessary information to primary care or specialist physicians.
• Handle paperwork and scheduling details with precision and make necessary updates in facility systems.
• Ensure timely completion of required tests and clearances.
• Coordinate with multiple facilities to ensure all necessary paperwork is in order.
• Provide answers to patient queries during the pre-operative phase.
• Help reschedule procedures as necessary.
• Maintain detailed records of actions taken.
• Assist in faxing, scanning, and copying as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.

Schedule/Shift: Mon-Fri 8a-4p or 9a-5p

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.

^*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).

^*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.