Surgery/Pain Scheduler

Job Summary: Under the direction of the Director of Surgical Services, the Scheduler is responsible for the internal scheduling of patients for surgery and interventional pain management procedures.

Essential Job Functions

• Schedules hospital based medical procedures for patients with appropriate provider and time/location slot, utilizing appropriate scheduling code.
• Provides effective communication when working with hospital and clinic employees to ensure a cohesive working relationship.
• Enters notes/special instructions needed for each procedure on the electronically generated surgery/pain schedule.
• Provides accurate, detailed directional information and takes appropriate action when responding to patient questions.
• Assists other members of the department as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required
• 1 -3 years experience in healthcare scheduling or equivalent combination of education and medical terminology knowledge
• Familiarity with EMR system
• Working knowledge of CPSI preferred
  
  
  

Other Skills/Abilities

• Must demonstrate professional conduct and meticulous attention to detail.
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Critical thinking skills and a positive attitude essential.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced department and handle multiple tasks, work with interruptions and deal effectively with confidential information.
• Strong telephone etiquette.
• Computer literacy required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Dependable attendance is essential.
• Able to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong organizational skills.
  
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Physical movements include sitting, reaching, bending stooping and stretching.
• Able to lift 10 lbs. without assistance.
• Visual acuity is required to view and read computer monitor.
• This position is considered a sedentary position.
  
  
  

Seven paid holidays

Sick and vacation after waiting period

Health, vision, and dental coverage

Employer paid life insurance and long-term disability

401k with employer contribution

Pay in Lieu of Benefits option offered

Specialists Hospital Shreveport is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.