Surgical Scheduler

Montefiore

. Schedule and coordinate all procedures and surgeries in the assigned physician practice .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeHarrison • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $23 - $34 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in surgical scheduling and coordination, ensuring effective communication between patients, providers, and clinical teams. Proficient in managing electronic health records and maintaining accurate patient information to enhance the patient experience.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Surgical SchedulingElectronic Health RecordsMeditech ProficiencyMicrosoft Office SuiteMedical Terminology

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Hard Skills

Administrative Office SkillsPatient Demographics VerificationPre-Certification ObtainingChart ManagementProblem Recognition and Resolution

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsPatient AdvocacyPrioritization Skills

Tools & Technologies

EPICOMPEMMI

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGED

Industry Keywords

Patient Care TeamsSurgical ProceduresPre-Operative RequirementsPost-Operative RequirementsOccupational Health Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Schedule and coordinate all procedures and surgeries in the assigned physician practice
Act as liaison between patients, providers, clinical team, and WPH perioperative departments
Schedule testing, procedures, and surgeries
Obtain pre-certification for testing, procedures, and surgeries
Verify insurance coverage and patient demographics
Scan and manage/update charts for accurate and complete information
Answer telephones, relay messages, and provide information
Review required pre- and post-operative/procedure requirements with patients and follow up as necessary
Collaborate with surgical scheduling, PAT clinic, radiology, anesthesiology, providers, patient advocacy, and other stakeholders
Promote a positive patient experience with department patient care teams
Prioritize, organize, and manage daily assignments
Recognize problems, set priorities, propose solutions, and initiate appropriate actions
Participate in patient care teams, daily huddles, and practice team meetings
Attend required/requested in-services
Cross-train as backup for other business office positions
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED required
Minimum 5 years of experience using administrative office skills required
Previous experience in surgical scheduling preferred
Proficiency in electronic health records preferred
Familiarity with medical terminology preferred
Demonstrated proficiency in Meditech, EPIC, OMP, EMMI, and Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to work Monday through Friday, 8 AM–4 PM day shift
Completion of annual mandatory requirements including Occupational Health Requirements