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Job Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented surgery scheduler/medical assistant floater to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in coordinating surgical procedures, ensuring that all necessary information is accurately recorded and communicated between patients, surgeons, and medical staff. This position requires a strong understanding of medical terminology and administrative support within a clinical setting. The potential candidate must be willing to learn a new skill set and cross-train and float to other positions. Candidate will step in when shorthanded. Our current management will be supporting you and guiding you along the way.

Responsibilities

• Schedule surgical procedures by coordinating with surgeons, patients, and hospital staff.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure all necessary documentation is completed prior to surgery.
• Communicate effectively with patients regarding pre-operative instructions and post-operative care.
• Verify insurance information and obtain necessary authorizations for surgical procedures, office visits and radiology.
• Monitor and manage the surgery schedule to optimize operating room utilization.
• Checking patients in and out.
• Collect copays and/or balances.
• Knowledge of sterile technique.
• Escorts patients to the exam room.
• Collects and handles lab specimens as directed, according to protocol.
• Assists physician with examinations and procedures and carries out orders as directed.
• Be at work and be on time.
• Follow company policies, procedures, and directives.
• Interact in a positive and conductive manner.
• Prioritize and multitask.
• Will sometimes be required to travel to Yorba Linda office.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in medical administrative support or surgery scheduling preferred.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, coding practices, and physiology.
• Familiarity with inpatient care processes and hospital medicine practices.
• Ability to understand vital signs and basic geriatric care principles is a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, for effective interaction with patients and healthcare professionals.
• Proficiency in using electronic health record (EHR) systems or similar software is advantageous.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Urology

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Medical terminology: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Fullerton, CA 92835 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Fullerton, CA 92835: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person