Job Description

Job Description

Description
Central Scheduler PRN AdventHealth Wesley Chapel

Location Address: 2600 Bruce B. Downs Blvd Wesley Chapel, Florida 33544

Top Reasons to Work at AdventHealth Wesley Chapel

* From state- of- the- art equipment to the most intricate building details, AdventHealth Wesley Chapel was designed from the ground up to maximize healing, patient care and wellness
* Recognized as leader in patient satisfaction and was named Top 100 Hospital in Modern Healthcare Magazine by IBM Watson Health
* 50,000 sq ft community Health & Wellness Center
* Comprehensive womens health center named Inspiration Place that incorporates female physician specialists, womens imaging, pelvic floor and female physical therapy and a boutique spa.
* Consistently named a Top Workplace in Tampa Bay by the Tampa Bay Times
* Opened an offsite 24 bed, 24/7 emergency room in Central Pasco to better serve the emergency health needs of residents in west and central Pasco

Work Hours/Shift:

Per Diem Variable Shift

YOU ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT A RESUME WITH YOUR APPLICATION!

You Will Be Responsible For:

* Schedules surgeries/appointments with physicians and physician office staff by phone and fax method. Maintains and records usage of surgeon block time.
* Calls designated departments with information for add-on cases if patients are not yet admitted to the hospital. Prepares and sends reservations for each case scheduled to designated departments within established timeframes.
* Consistently maintains and improves skills such as telephone etiquette, typing accuracy/speed, and communications.
* Responds to multiple inquiries from telephone, intercom and direct communication regarding scheduling of surgery and the main operating room suite. Occasionally communicates with the patients and/or patients families by phone.
* Determines the case time and balances the surgical schedule as to times anesthesia and rooms are available. Generates user-defined reports daily for effective management of tool conflicts.
* Maintain profession, open and timely communication with case management to ensure all authorizations obtained.
* Fulfills Unit Secretary role at front desk.
* Assists with orientation of staff members as needed.
* Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
What You Will Need:

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

* Knowledge in Microsoft Word and Internet skills.
* Ability to deal effectively with the public.
* Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
* Ability to work and willingness to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends and holidays etc.
* Ability and willingness to adapt to change.
* Previous OR scheduling experience
* Previous experience with Cerner a plus.
* Cerner Experience preferred
* Microsoft Word and Excel preferred

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

* High School Diploma or Equivalent upon hire

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

* 5 experience preferred
* Proficiency in computer usage, medical terminology, basic anatomy and surgical procedure knowledge
* College courses in accounting, computer operations, and communications are helpful
* Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
* Demonstrated customer service and telephone skills
* Previous experience in a medical setting, i.e. physician office, hospital, etc.

Job Summary:

Under the general direction of the Director or Manager the Scheduler participates in the functions and daily activities of the Departments. Works in collaboration with physicians, their office personnel, hospital personnel and operating room staff. Checks and implements the scheduling parameters, accurately following established guidelines.

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.