Surgery Scheduler

Overview

Employment Type Full time
Shift Day Shift
Description GENERAL

SUMMARY:

Schedules procedures for Perioperative Services, including the operating rooms, Delivery Room and other anesthesia sites. Coordinates staff and technical resources for several procedural entities. Distributes schedule.

Corporate Philosophy Statement It is the obligation of each employee of Mercy Medical Center to abide by and promote the mission and core values of the Spirit of Mercy.
Corporate Policy Statement It is the obligation of each employee of Mercy Medical Center to comply with Mercy’s mission, values, standards of conduct, policies, procedures and related practices.
HIPAA SECURITY COMPLIANCE
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Security Access:
High “Incumbent has access to restricted or confidential patient information and must comply with the terms of the Mercy Medical Center Security Policies as it applies to their job role.”

• Schedules procedures for Perioperative Services and other anesthesia sites, obtaining all pertinent information from person scheduling.
• Verifies next day's schedule with surgeon's offices; rearranges schedule for optimum use of staff, equipment, rooms, etc.
• Distributes surgery schedule to appropriate units/persons.
• Communicates appropriately with physicians, offices, staff and other hospital departments.
• Professionally responds quickly to requests and maintains control of a conversation.
• Communicates with managers or designated staff regarding equipment conflicts, special needs, etc.

• Does computer-related projects as requested.
• Supports and participates in departmental Performance Improvement projects.
• Attends department meetings and huddles.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic Life Support certified within six (6) weeks of hire. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
• Computer experience and a knowledge of medical terminology preferred. One-year experience in health care field using medical terminology and/or insurance codes preferred.
• Demonstrated positive communication skills.
• Ability to speak, read and write English language.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS (Constant = 67-100% of workday, Frequent = 34-66% of workday, Occasional = 33% or less of workday)

• CONSTANT
• Talking and hearing: while exchanging information, both in person and on the phone.
• Sitting: while performing primary duties.
• Fingering: while using computer keyboard.
• Grasping: while using phone and pen/pencil.

• Sedentary work:
  Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. May exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

• Ability to read and prepare written and electronic documentation.
• Work utilizes computer terminal.

• Ability to maintain a high standard of courtesy and cooperation in dealing with co-workers, patients and visitors, and perform job functions satisfactorily despite the stress of a hospital work environment.
• Adaptability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Ability to influence people in their opinions, attitudes or judgments about ideas or things.
• Ability to make generalizations, evaluations or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria.
• Adaptability to perform under stress when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual, or dangerous situations, or situations in which working speed and sustained attention are vital.
• Adaptability to situations requiring the precise attainment of set limits, tolerances or standards.

• Standard medical and nursing equipment, special equipment or office equipment found in the assigned area.

• The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions.

• Reports to Supervisor-Surgical Scheduling/Systems.

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.