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University Health KC

Patient Scheduler - Operating Room

University Health KC, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101

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Job Title Patient Scheduler - Operating Room

Location 101 Truman Medical Center, University Health 3 (UH3), Kansas City, Missouri

Department Operating Room UHTMC

Position Type Full time

Work Schedule 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Hours Per Week 40

Job Description Coordinates the scheduling of all surgical procedures and secretarial functions within the Department of Surgical Services. Serves as a front-line representative for the organization. Communicates with the clinics and/or other sources to obtain demographic and financial information for the purpose of scheduling surgical procedures. Able to run various reports from the surgical scheduling system. Performs standard and advanced secretarial duties under limited supervision. Requires extensive knowledge of department policies and procedures and operates under a high level of technical skills.

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

Previous secretarial experience

Good communication and customer service skills to gather and exchange information with patients, families, hospital staff members, physicians and clinics.

Independent thinking, ability to handle sensitive information with discretion, attention to detail, ability to handle multi-tasking and change in priorities.

Concise written communication skills and keyboarding skills required.

PC skills and experience with Windows and Microsoft office applications.

Requirements to Remain in Position

Completion of SurgiNet training

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in patient contact, hospital or office/clinic. Knowledge of basic medical terminology.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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