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Surgery Scheduler Coordinator - Dean McGee Eye Institute - Surgery Center

OU Health, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States, 73116

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DMEI Ambulatory Surgery Center

Job Description Under general supervision, responsible for maintaining the schedule for all surgeries. Responsible for quality assurance processes and compiling department statistical reports.

Essential Responsibilities

Coordinates the scheduling of all surgeries, taking into consideration such information as the desired date, priority of surgery, length of surgery, etc., to ensure the efficient use of surgery suites and staff.

Maintains a 7‑day surgery schedule to safeguard against computer downtime.

Notifies all necessary parties when changes must take place.

Prints and distributes surgery schedules daily.

Extensive customer relations responsibility in coordinating schedules with physicians.

Utilizes Patient Electronic Medical Record system to compile Quality Assurance statistics and creates daily reports related to efficiency of Surgical Department.

Checks for physician orders and attaches order to patient medical record to ensure that patients are receiving appropriate care.

Communicates professionally with physicians and physician office staff to ensure appropriate documentation is in place.

Works closely and professionally with nursing and ancillary departments in effort to maintain a teamwork approach.

Demonstrates knowledge of occurrence reporting system and utilizes system to report potential patient safety issues.

Assists in resolving patient concerns.

Practice and adhere to the Code of Conduct philosophy and Mission and Values Statement.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience: 0 - 3 years of experience required.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: None.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Good communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in an effective manner and communicate information calmly.

Ability to work under stress.

Computer skills – strong computer skills with knowledge of computer scheduling applications and Electronic Medical Record system.

Customer orientation – establishes and maintains long‑term customer relationships, building trust and respect by consistently meeting and exceeding expectations.

Interpersonal skills – able to work effectively with other employees, patients and external parties.

Policies & Procedures – demonstrates knowledge and understanding of organizational policies, procedures and systems.

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Health Care Provider

Industries Hospitals and Health Care

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, creates peace of mind for you and your family.

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