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Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Surgery Scheduler - Women's Health

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeTucson, AZ, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • An Associate Degree in Healthcare Administration or a related field is preferred.
  • At least 1 year of experience in medical scheduling, surgical coordination, or a related administrative role is required.
  • Knowledge of surgical scheduling processes and medical terminology is required.
  • Proficiency in electronic health records and scheduling software is required.
  • Ability to manage complex schedules using organizational and multitasking skills is required.
  • Ability to communicate and interact with patients, providers, and surgical teams is required.
  • Ability to handle confidential patient information in compliance with HIPAA regulations is required.
  • Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in scheduling and documentation is required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other administrative tools is required.
  • Commitment to providing high-quality customer service and patient support is required.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for an employer; immigration sponsorship is not available now or in the future.

Responsibilities

  • Schedule surgical procedures, pre-operative appointments, and follow-up visits in coordination with surgeons and clinical staff.
  • Confirm surgery details with patients, including preparation instructions, arrival times, and necessary documentation.
  • Verify patient insurance coverage and obtain prior authorizations as required.
  • Coordinate with surgical facilities to ensure proper scheduling, availability of resources, and compliance with protocols.
  • Enter surgical procedures accurately and promptly into the scheduling system and electronic health records.
  • Communicate with patients about scheduling changes, delays, or cancellations.
  • Collaborate with clinical teams to optimize surgical schedules and minimize conflicts.
  • Prepare and distribute surgery schedules to relevant departments, ensuring all necessary personnel are informed.
  • Maintain detailed records of scheduled procedures, cancellations, and reschedules.
  • Serve as a point of contact for patient inquiries related to surgical scheduling and provide customer service.
  • Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
  • Comply with all policies and standards.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in a clinical or hospital surgical scheduling environment is preferred.

About the Company

Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Community Health Systems operates general acute care hospitals across 14 states, owning or leasing 71 facilities to deliver healthcare outside urban centers. Its main business is running hospital networks and providing medical and surgical services to patients, funded by payments from patients, insurers, and government programs like Medicare and Medicaid. The company also offers management services to its affiliates through a professional services corporation. Its workflow centers on developing and operating healthcare delivery systems, supporting a wide range of needs from emergency care to specialized treatments. The goal is to help people get well and live healthier by providing accessible non-urban and suburban hospital-based care while navigating a regulated, competitive US healthcare market.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Franklin, TN
Founded
1985

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