Job Details

You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a skilled Surgery Scheduler to manage a heavy workflow and to facilitate scheduling for up to 20 surgeries a week. The role involves coordinating schedules for 2-3 providers, overseeing the complete procedure from pre-op to post-op, and obtaining authorization for surgeries. The candidate will also help maintain effective communication with patients through various channels and support other departments as required.

Responsibilities / Job Duties

• Managing and scheduling for high-volume surgeries.
• Coordinating between 2-3 healthcare providers.
• Handling pre-op and post-op scheduling and communications.
• Obtaining necessary procedure authorization.
• Sending scheduling information to hospitals or surgical centers.
• Scheduling regular appointments and assisting the call center as needed.
• Maintaining effective communication with patients via text, email, or voicemail.
• Managing and updating the surgery schedule for providers.
• Helping cover PBX operations during lunch hours.

Minimum Education and Experience Qualification Requirements

Experience

• At least 1 year of scheduling experience is preferred, but open to teaching willing learners.
• Experience with orthopedic scheduling is a plus.
• Familiarity with submitting authorizations through insurance portals.
• Experience in managing schedules and communicating with PCP offices.
• Open to candidates from regular scheduling, prior authorization, IVS backgrounds with a keen interest in learning surgery scheduling.

Skills

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficient in managing complex schedules and coordinating between multiple stakeholders.
• Competency in using various patient communication portals and tools.

Schedule / Shift

Monday to Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

* We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.

Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we're dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.