Surgery Scheduler Medical Assistant Chandler

Where You’ll Work

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Where Your Passion Meets Purpose: Join Dignity Health Medical Group

Are you a healthcare professional who believes that every patient deserves not just treatment, but unwavering compassion? Do you envision a world where healthcare isn't just a service, but a fundamental right, delivered with integrity and innovation? If so, then Dignity Health Medical Group (DHMG) is where your career finds its true calling.

At Dignity Health Medical Group, you're not just filling a role; you're becoming an architect of healthier communities. We are the employed physician group of Dignity Health Arizona, and our success isn't just measured in numbers, but in the lives we touch and the advancements we champion.

Here's what sets us apart and why you belong with us:

• Impact that Resonates: You'll be part of a team delivering comprehensive clinical services, making a tangible difference in the lives of countless individuals. From cutting-edge diagnostics to life-changing treatments, your expertise will directly contribute to improved health outcomes.
• A Culture of Growth and Innovation: We don't just practice medicine; we advance it. 
• Shaping the Future of Healthcare: DHMG is deeply invested in preparing tomorrow's healthcare providers. We seamlessly blend clinical services with translational and bench research, creating a dynamic environment that augments medical education for residents and students. 
• Values-Driven Mission: We are united by a powerful set of principles. If you are deeply committed to social justice, health equity, and are prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, your values align perfectly with ours. We believe that everyone, regardless of background, deserves access to high-quality healthcare, and we actively work to make that a reality.
• A Supportive and Collaborative Environment: We believe in building a strong, inclusive team where everyone feels valued and respected.

Are you ready to transcend the ordinary and join a healthcare family where your skills are celebrated, your voice is heard, and your passion for healing finds its ultimate expression?

If you're eager to contribute to an organization that is making a profound difference, where innovation meets compassion, and where your commitment to social justice and health equity will be not just welcomed, but celebrated – then Dignity Health Medical Group is waiting for you.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Surgery Procedure Coordinator, you will be a central pivot, orchestrating seamless and efficient surgical procedures while ensuring comprehensive patient support.Every day, you will meticulously coordinate schedules for physicians, ORs, anesthesiologists, equipment, and staff per physician recommendations. You'll act as a critical liaison, communicating with all parties, distributing pre/post-op information, and expertly managing financial/insurance details to secure prior authorizations.To be successful in this role, you will possess exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of surgical workflows. Your ability to anticipate needs and provide proactive support will be paramount.

• Assists the nurse/physician during examinations, treatments and procedures as requested. Retrieves necessary equipment and supplies.
• Documents clinically relevant findings in the patient's record according to hospital protocols and clinical protocols.Completes hospital forms per protocol. Performs follow-up actions as directed.
• Monitors and records patient vital signs, weight, positioning, ADL's I&O activity and blood glucose readings per RN instructions, hospital protocols, and standards of care.
• Initiates orders according to SJHMC time performance standards-STAT-Within 5 minutes, Discharge/Transfer- within 10 minutes, Routine- within 30 minutes.
• Conducts front desk duties as needed (check in, registrations, scheduling appointments, template oversight (if applicable), printing forms and schedules, posting payments and charge reconciliation, and reporting any issues with the system). Effectively utilizes IDX downtime procedures as needed.
• Coordinate operating rooms, equipment, anesthesia, pre-op labs and imaging, authorizations, and physician schedule for surgeries. Gather and record financial and insurance information and ensure authorizations are obtained prior to the procedure/surgery.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program or completion of an U.S. Armed Forces medical services training program. Candidates who completed a program prior to February 2, 2000 can satisfy the minimum education requirements by providing evidence of direct supervision by the same physician, physician group, or physician assistant for a minimum of 2000 hours to satisfy the minimum education requirements
• Demonstrated experience with computer program utilized for checking-in and scheduling patients
• One (1) year as a Surgery Procedure Coordinator scheduling for physicians, ORs, anesthesiologists, labs, and equipment
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - CPR

Preferred

• Previous MA experience
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experience
• Previous experience in designated specialty.
• Previous office experience