St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Inc. · 6 hours ago
Scheduling Coordinator
St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Inc. is committed to empowering caregivers and valuing every voice in patient care. The Scheduling Coordinator is responsible for managing procedure appointments and ensuring efficient patient scheduling, serving as a liaison among staff, physicians, and patients while providing clerical and administrative support.
Health CareHospitalMedicalNon ProfitPrimary and Urgent Care
Responsibilities
Schedule surgical procedures following established guidelines and protocols
Maintain and order necessary supplies for surgical services
Prepare and organize charts, including obtaining and filing medical history and physical documents
Communicate effectively with physician offices for timely and accurate scheduling
Manage anesthesia supply and time charges, surgery billing, and implant billing/tracking
Maintain and update tissue tracking and implant documentation
Edit and manage surgeon preference cards
Serve as receptionist and administrative support within the operating room department
Adhere to departmental policies and contribute to ongoing quality improvements
Support compliance with infection control and safety practices
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED required
Minimum of one year of experience in a medical office setting required
Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
Proficiency in scheduling systems, order entry, and electronic medical records
Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare processes
Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams
Customer-service orientation and professionalism in interactions with patients and staff
Commitment to the hospital's mission, values, and service philosophy
Ability to work in an environment with exposure to biohazards and communicable diseases
Preferred
Associate degree in Medical Secretary or related field preferred
Completion of coursework in medical terminology strongly desired
Certification in medical office administration or scheduling preferred
Prior experience in surgery scheduling, healthcare billing, or operating room administration strongly preferred