Surgery Scheduler - Orthopedics
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Job ID: 38444
Location: Bellingham, WA
Work Type: Per Diem - Relief
Shift: Day
Shift Length: Variable
FTE: 0.00
Benefit Eligibility: Select benefits
Job Description
Description
PeaceHealth is seeking a Surgery Scheduler - Orthopedics for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Day position. Hourly compensation is $18.49 - $32.22; hiring rate dependent on qualifications and professional experience.
Come join our team in the beautiful Pacific Northwest!
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Responsible for assisting physician offices in the scheduling of surgical procedures for patients while providing the Surgical Services division, PFS, Anesthesiology and other required departments with required information.
Details of the position:
- Completes the scheduling process by coordinating surgery department (hospital or ambulatory surgery center) and physician offices’ needs. This includes: communicating with physician offices to assure scheduling system is accurate: ensuring the schedule is completed in a timely manner ahead of surgery date; documenting block release times for block utilization reports.
- Schedules surgery visits as required.
- Arranges cases to assure maximum effectiveness of schedule.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
What you bring:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Medical terminology required.
- Minimum of three years related experience in a healthcare setting or three years progressive secretarial experience in healthcare required.
- Previous experience in a surgical ambulatory care or acute care setting and/or a scheduling position preferred.
- Experience in Care Cast/Flow Cast preferred.
Other Skills:
- Self-motivated and able to work independently.
- Strong customer service skills.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office applications. Experience with scheduling programs preferred.
- Detail oriented and good problem-solving skills.
For a full description of the position, or for questions, contact Purneet, [email protected]
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PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.
For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.
Must be fully vaccinated or exempted for COVID-19 including 2 doses of a 2-dose series or 1 dose of a 1-dose series plus 14 days beyond the final dose prior to start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due medical/religious reasons.
