Office Scheduler and Coordinator - Youngstown Women's Health - PRN

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well‑being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

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• The Surgery Scheduler/Prior Authorization Coordinator is responsible for coordinating surgical procedures, obtaining required insurance authorizations, maintaining assigned electronic work queues, and providing front-desk coverage at multiple practice locations. This position serves as a key liaison among patients, providers, hospitals, insurance companies, and clinical staff to ensure timely scheduling, accurate documentation, and a positive patient experience.
• Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Surgical Scheduling
• Coordinate and schedule inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures.
• Communicate with providers, patients, hospitals, and surgical facilities regarding available dates, times, and required documentation.
• Provide patients with preoperative instructions, testing requirements, arrival information, and postoperative appointment details.
• Verify that surgical orders, consent forms, medical clearances, laboratory testing, and other required documentation are completed.
• Schedule postoperative appointments and communicate any changes promptly.
• Maintain accurate surgical schedules and notify the appropriate departments of cancellations or rescheduled procedures.
• Monitor pending surgeries and follow up on incomplete clinical or administrative requirements.
• Prior Authorizations and Insurance Verification
• Verify patient insurance coverage and benefits for surgical procedures, diagnostic testing, medications, and other services as assigned.
• Submit complete and accurate prior-authorization requests to insurance companies within required time frames.
• Obtain and document authorization numbers, effective dates, approved services, and insurance correspondence in the electronic medical record.
• Track pending authorizations and follow up with insurance companies to prevent delays or cancellations.
• Communicate authorization denials or barriers to providers and leadership.
• Assist with appeals, peer-to-peer requests, and the submission of additional clinical documentation when necessary.
• Inform patients of authorization status and potential financial responsibilities according to organizational guidelines.
• Review and maintain assigned electronic health record work queues daily.
• Address scheduling requests, referrals, authorization needs, registration errors, claim-related edits, and other assigned work queue items.
• Ensure work queue items are completed accurately and within established turnaround times.
• Route items requiring clinical review or leadership assistance to the appropriate team member.
• Monitor outstanding items and follow through until resolution.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all actions, communications, and outcomes.
• Front-Desk and Multi-Location Support
• Provide front-desk coverage at multiple practice locations based on operational needs.
• Greet and check patients in and out in a courteous and professional manner.
• Verify and update patient demographics, insurance information, consent forms, and required documents.
• Collect copayments and outstanding balances according to organizational policies.
• Schedule and confirm patient…