Surgery Scheduler

Job Code: PF1290

 

ABOUT US

We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Plastic Surgery, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.

As a UVA Health Plastic Surgery team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day.

 

JOB TYPE

Classification: Nonexempt

Supervises Positions: No

 $1,500 Sign on Bonus

JOB SUMMARY

Schedules inpatient and outpatient surgery, tests, and procedures. Obtains insurance authorization and pre-certification for surgery and procedures.

Financial Acumen: Conducts financial analyses.  

Performs computations using advanced mathematical formulas or equations.  Develops and produces ad hoc financial reports for users throughout the organization.  Assists with the completion of financial surveys, month-end closing duties, and in the annual budgeting process. 

Quality Improvement: Assists in efforts to improve the quality of financial services. 

Applies financial accounting standards to specific transactions/situations/scenarios.  Evaluates/Assesses/Complies with Internal Controls for financial systems.   Assists with the coordination of the annual external financial audit. 

Collaboration: Works with staff across departments for internal and external financial reporting, accounting, and transactional research.  

Works with study coordinators, regulatory team members, leaders, and finance to reconcile any discrepancies in data entered into the financial systems.   Prepares financial reports, as directed by leaders and executives.  Provides financial quality assurance and reporting analysis for metrics across departments. 

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Requires knowledge of medical terminology.

Experience: 1 year of customer service experience, medical office experience, computer experience preferred. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.

Licensure: N/A

Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Ability to read, understand, interpret, and respond to different situations and able to communicate appropriately. Skill in establishing and maintaining an effective relationship with patients, staff, and the public. Ability to react calmly and effectively to emergency situations. Ability to learn or have knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and protocols. Ability to perform in high volume, multi-task environment. Requires a clear, pleasant, understandable telephone voice.

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code: 6A, Customer Service

Work Function/Activity: Sedentary to Light Physical Demand

The job requires frequent sitting and standing, occasional walking, and bending/stooping. Frequent repetitive arm, hand, and finger movements. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 20 lbs. occasionally. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper.

 

OTHER

May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: No On call responsibilities as directed: No Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes