Surgery Scheduler - Hematology/Oncology Job
Location: Seattle Washington
Description: Virginia Mason Medical Center is presently looking of Surgery Scheduler - Hematology/Oncology Job right now, this vacancy will be placed in Washington. For complete informations about this vacancy opportunity please read the description below. Job Id: 2689910A0 Location: Seattle, WA, US Description: -- > Job Description: Surgery Scheduler - Hematology/OncologySeat! tle, WAFull-time, 40 Hours/Week8:30am - 5:00pm, Mon- FriCompetitive Salary + DOEVoted one of the top hospitals in Seattle, WA Virginia Mason Medical Center offers healthcare professionals exciting opportunities to expand their careers in a team-oriented environment. Our multidisciplinary approach known as “Team Medicine†gives every individual the chance to contribute to the well-being of our patients and the continuing success of our medical center.This position coordinates and schedules appointments for surgeries and follow-up appointments for multiple physicians at the clinic or hospital (s). Performs pre-operative and post-operative data entry, chart assembly, and provides patients with necessary information . Assists in the efficient management of the daily surgery schedule, including inter- and intra-departmental communication intended to facilitate the flow of surgical patients.1.
Coordinates and schedules appointments for surgeries and follow-up a! ppointments and any other tests as ordered by the surgeon. Sch! edules surgery at correct location with correct surgeon(s).2. Coordinates arrangements for surgical assistants, special equipment and surgical materials. Organizes the next day's schedule and ensures that there are no physician or equipment conflicts.3.
Provides patient with generic preoperative and postoperative information. Functions as liaison between surgeon, OR scheduler/system, and patient. Acts as primary contact for surgical patients and responds to telephone inquiries.4. Uses the telephone to send or receive communication related to the surgery schedule, pass messages to surgeons or other personnel, and request x-rays or x-ray technicians.5.
Completes paperwork; enters data into the computer. Maintains a record of physicians' vacations or out-of-the-operating-room schedules. Crosschecks paperwork for the quality of data entered, presented and turned out.6. Sends for surgery patients to ensure the patients are on time for surgery and available in t! he induction room.7.
Prepares the surgical chart with all necessary paperwork; ensures all surgery related work is completed and delivered to the appropriate areas by the designated time. Organizes physician order sheets daily according to the schedule. Assembles department additions to the chart.8. Submits necessary information and documentation for insurance authorization and obtains authorization for surgery from patient's insurance company.
Coordinates with providers outside of the VM system.This position requires 3 years experience in a medical office environment with knowledge of medical surgical terminology. Other requirements include excellent communication skills; the ability to use a computer; strong organizational skills; the ability to work under pressure; the ability to participate as a member of a team; and reliability and punctuality. Excellent customer service and public relations skills also required.Experience with IBM/Cerner/IDX applicat! ions preferred. May also require experience/certification in department! specialty.Come join the quality health care leader in Seattle.
Be a part of the Virginia Mason team where we offer you a competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package, all in a wonderful place to live. Seattle is a vibrant and sophisticated city that offers first-rate restaurants, shopping, theatre and an abundance of outdoor activities. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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This vacancy starts available on: Sat, 29 Jun 2013 04:26:03 GMT