Surgery Scheduler - Hybrid - 132312
Job Description
UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 9/23/24 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.
Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 10/03/24. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.
This position will work a hybrid schedule which includes a combination of working both onsite at Medical Office North (MON) Hillcrest, La Jolla and remote.
Under the supervision of the Clinic Manager the surgery coordinator is responsible for the coordination of surgery scheduling and surgery related issues. Schedules outpatient clinic appointments, related tests, procedures and pre- and post-op appointments. Confirms referrals, authorizations are appropriate for level of scheduled services. Functions as liaison for patients, physicians, hospitals, and other departments regarding scheduling, authorization and patient surgery preparation. Provides support for DME ordering and coordination of services. Determines patient problems and inform appropriate individuals of solutions and/or make recommendations as appropriate. With the approval of the Clinic Manager, the Surgery Coordinator initiates and participates in improvement efforts which directly impact the practice. Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSA minimum of three (3) years of related surgery scheduling experience in ambulatory setting.
Experience processing authorizations, referrals, and with financial oversight; or anequivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience and ability to work with electronic medical records and appointment scheduling.
Ability to process and secure appropriate referral and authorization for services as needed.
Ability to understand functions and responsibilities of clinical support units.
Demonstrated understanding of the TAR process.
Ability to articulate physician's areas of expertise.
Understands and applies Cash Pay/Self Pay processes.
Possess the extensive knowledge and skills for practice in Ambulatory setting.
Proficient knowledge of MS Office.
Must possess the ability to maintain diplomacy at all times when working with patients, physicians, co-workers, and other UC departments and staff.
- Experience or training with Epic.
- Bilingual English/Spanish.
- Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
- Must be able to work various hours, days, shifts, on-call and various locations based on business needs.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $54,664 - $67,944 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $26.18 - $32.54
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
UC San Diego Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://www-hr.ucsd.edu/saa/nondiscr.html
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