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 responsible for managing the scheduling of podiatric surgeries, from elective to urgent procedures. The role also involves securing necessary medical clearances, managing prior authorizations, and estimating patient financial responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate Surgical Scheduling: Act as the primary point of contact to schedule elective and urgent podiatric surgeries.
• Secure Surgical Clearance & Pre-Ops: Coordinate with patients' primary care physicians or cardiologists to obtain required medical clearances, blood work, etc.
• Manage Prior Authorizations: Submit clinical documentation to insurance providers to secure pre-authorization for surgical procedures.
• Calculate & Collect Patient Financials: Estimate patient out-of-pocket costs based on insurance deductibles and co-insurance, discuss financial responsibilities.
• Maintain Block Time: Manage and optimize the clinic’s designated surgical block time to maximize efficiency.
• Post-Operative Follow-Up: Schedule crucial post-operative follow-up appointments, such as suture removal, cast changes, and X-ray checks.
• Room Patients & Take Vitals: Escort patients to exam rooms and obtain brief chief complaints.
• Surgical Instrument Sterilization: Clean, wrap, and sterilize podiatric surgical trays and instruments.

Qualifications

• 2 years of scheduling experience minimum.
• MA or back-office exposure is preferred.

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

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

^*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.