• Pre Surgery Coordinator - Anesthesia Pre-Op

    PeaceHealthSpringfield, OR 97475

    Job #2687509224

  • Description

    PeaceHealth is seeking a Pre Surgery Coordinator for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The general salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $20.65 - $30.97. The actual hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to, the job/position responsibilities, location, terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, education, training, work experience, seniority, work performance, etc. Hours 0730-1800.

    Responsible for assisting physicians, physician assistants and nurses in the scheduling of surgical procedures and/or other procedures and tests for patients. Will perform duties of Patient Access Rep as needed.

    Details of the position:

    • Supports patients and families in understanding the course for pre-operative preparations and testing.

    • Completes the scheduling process by coordinating patient, surgery department (hospital and ambulatory surgery center), managed care, physician offices and pre-admission testing needs. This includes communicating with hospital surgery scheduling department to assure hospital scheduling system is accurate. Ensures the process is completed for patient in a timely manner ahead of surgery date.

    • Schedules pre-op visits, surgery and post-op visits as required.

    • Arranges cases to assure maximum effectiveness of surgeon and assistant surgeon or midwife.

    • Coordinates with PFS to inform patient of financial responsibility, including prior authorization of procedures.

    • Perform duties of a Patient Access Rep as needed. Assists and backs up support areas as needed/applicable (i.e. financial counseling for patient insurance coverage pre-authorization).

    • May be responsible for reviewing electronic chart transcription to support the goals of helping lower risk management situations, allowing procedures to be scheduled in a timely manner and to provide cases to be managed in the computer programs designed to prevent missed appointments, etc.

    What you bring

    • College Coursework Required: Medical Technology.

    • Minimum of 3 years Required: Experience in a hospital or ambulatory care setting or

    • Minimum of 3 years Required: Progressive secretarial experience in healthcare and

    • Preferred: Previous pre-surgery coordinator experience in a surgical ambulatory care setting or acute care setting and

    • Preferred: Experience in CareCast/EPIC and

    • Preferred: Experience with scheduling programs

    • Self-motivated and able to work independently (Required)

    • Courteous, professional, customer service and mission-oriented attitude (Required)

    • Proficient typing skills (Required)

    • Advanced computer knowledge, i.e. Microsoft Office applications (Required)

    For a full description of the position, or for questions, please email ~~~ (~~~) .

    PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

    See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (~~~) .

    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.

    PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their 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 to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.

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