Surgical Scheduler
UAB Medicine
Summary
Department: Surgical Services, Preadmission Testing. Schedule: Monday-Friday, 0800a-0430p. Work Location: UAB St Vincent's East.
Job description
Position Overview
Department: Surgical Services, Preadmission Testing. Schedule: Monday-Friday, 0800a-0430p. Work Location: UAB St Vincent's East.
This is the front desk position in Preadmission Testing. Candidate will be responsible for scheduling PAT appointments, answering calls, preparing patient charts for surgery, contacting surgeon's offices for necessary paperwork, and helping patients throughout their visit.
What You Will Do
Coordinate OR surgery schedules to maximize efficient use of operating rooms, equipment, and staff.
- Work with physician offices to gather information needed to schedule surgeries consistent with department guidelines and accommodating physicians' requests and patients' needs.
- Assign operating suites and equipment and block times to maximize efficient use of resources.
- Ensure that necessary demographic, billing and insurance information is entered into electronic medical records and coordinate with Patient Admitting as needed to prevent delays in scheduled surgery.
- May reschedule surgeries as needed to accommodate emergencies or other unanticipated events.
What You Will Need
High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
Requirements
- High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required
- Prefer experience with medical scheduling and surgical procedures
- Excellent communication skills needed
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Associate Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
Company overview
UAB Medicine is the academic medical center and healthcare system of the University of Alabama at Birmingham, serving as Alabama's largest healthcare provider and one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. As part of the UAB Health System, it operates multiple hospitals including UAB Hospital, UAB Highlands, and The Kirklin Clinic, providing comprehensive medical services across primary care, specialty care, and advanced tertiary care. UAB Medicine is renowned for its cutting-edge research, medical education programs, and clinical innovation, consistently ranking among the top hospitals in the United States for various specialties. The institution serves as a major referral center for complex medical cases throughout the Southeast region and plays a critical role in advancing medical science through its integration of clinical care, research, and education. With a strong commitment to community health and medical excellence, UAB Medicine provides advanced treatments in areas such as cancer care, cardiovascular services, neurology, transplantation, and trauma care while training the next generation of healthcare professionals.