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Join Our Dynamic Team That Keeps the OR Running Smoothly!

UPMC Shadyside is hiring a Surgery Scheduler to support our busy and highly collaborative Surgical Services departments- home to 24 state-of-the-art operating rooms. If you're detail-oriented, proactive, and ready to make a meaningful difference in the surgical care experience, we want to hear from you!

Schedule:

+ Monday-Friday, daylight hours

+ No weekends, holidays, or overnight shifts required!

What You’ll Do:

This role is essential to the coordination and success of inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures.

+ Coordinate and schedule surgeries

+ Maintain clear and timely communication with surgeons, clinical staff, and hospital departments

+ Obtain pre-certifications and ensure insurance information is accurate and up to date

+ Track surgical utilization via internal tracking systems

+ Collaborate on special projects as assigned

+ Act as a trusted liaison between physicians, clinical, and administrative teams

+ High school diploma or equivalent required.

+ Completion of a medical assisting program or 2 years' experience in a medical field required.

+ Proficiency in medical terminology preferred.

+ Previous scheduling experience preferred.

+ General knowledge of computer software and practice management databases is essential.

+ Ability to deal compassionately and professionally with patients is essential.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

+ Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran