Surgery Coordinator - 133691
Job Description
UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 12/26/24 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.
Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 1/2/25. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.
Incumbent serves as coordinator for all surgery scheduling. The position will have primary duties and responsibilities to: ensure smooth flow of surgical authorizations; oversee data entry for the surgery authorization in EPIC as needed and coordinate the date of surgery with patient after receiving all pertinent medical clearances/authorization.
This position works closely with our surgeons, NPs, PAs and internal departments to ensure that all required information has been received and that it is in EPIC as needed prior to surgery. This position is responsible for facilitating the processing of authorizations if needed for post-op DME/therapy when scheduling the surgery. Incumbent may travel with the surgeons to multiple UCSD facilities to assist with surgery scheduling needs while in clinic. This position is to provide cross-coverage to other ortho-specialties as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSThree (3) years of experience with scheduling and authorization in a hospital setting.
Six (6) months to one (1) year orthopedic experience.
Knowledge of third-party payors including federal, state and private health plans.
Excellent communication skill and good customer service.
- Experience with EPIC system.
- Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
- Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $54,664 - $67,944 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $26.18 - $32.54
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
UC San Diego Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://www-hr.ucsd.edu/saa/nondiscr.html
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