Overview
OR SCHEDULE SPECIALIST Jobs in Lansing, MI at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow
Title: OR SCHEDULE SPECIALIST
Company: University of Michigan Health-Sparrow
Location: Lansing, MI
Job Opportunity Job ID: 54368 Positions Location: Lansing, MI Job Description Purpose: Schedules all surgeries requested Description:
Positions Location: Lansing, MI
Purpose
Job Description
Schedules all surgeries requested by physicians and physician offices.
Primary Duties And Responsibilities
- Schedules surgical procedures through physician offices and inter-hospital departments such as: radiology, oncology, central scheduling.
- Accurate data entry of patient information, surgical procedure, special needs: such as equipment and implants
- Daily review of schedule for accuracy and updates and adjusts accordingly
- Entering physician block schedules and building the surgery schedule in EPIC
- Efficient scheduling for block utilization
- Work closely with supply chain to notify them of special needs for case
- Schedule cases with knowledge of limited supply list to prevent conflicts
- Active participant in monthly surgery scheduling meetings
- Accuracy in assigning ICD 10 codes to diagnosis
- May need to travel to physician offices to assist with meeting scheduling expectation/needs
- Runs reports as needed
- Performs other related duties as assigned
- Will be cross trained in the Surgical Department Health Unit Coordinator role and provide coverage, as needed.
- Serves as a role model for consistent demonstration of ICARE Values and Behavior Standards by respecting the Privacy and Confidentiality of the patient and those we serve.
- Demonstrates knowledge and respects patient, physician provider, organizational confidentiality and HIPPA Security procedures and protocols as defined under the HIPPA Privacy and Security Procedures.
- Follow established HIPPA Privacy procedures when using and/or disclosing protected health information.
- Maintains and protects patients’ rights under the HIPPA Privacy Standards
Job Requirements
General Requirements None
Work Experience
- 6 months experience with surgery scheduling
Education
- Preferred – Associate degree in health care related field
Specialized Knowledge and Skills
- Completion of medical terminology test with a passing score of 80%.
- Strong understanding of ICD 9 and ICD 10 codes
- Strong communication skills
- Strong computer skills
- Knowledge of EPIC
- Must be self-confident and self-directed
University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Requirements
Job Family Administrative/Clerical Requirements:
Shift Days
Degree Type / Education Level High School / GED
Status Full-time
Facility Sparrow Hospital
Experience Level Under 4 Years
