Surgery Scheduler

Surgery Scheduler

Virginia Mason Medical Center, Federal Way, Washington

This position coordinates and schedules appointments for surgeries and follow-up appointments for multiple physician teams at the clinic or hospital. This position oversees surgeons overall practice including coordination of a surgeon's operative, procedural, clinic, research, and administrative schedules. Also includes care coordination, day of visit patient flow and overall practice management supporting patient flow which all of the following; rooming, phone / Cerner message management, and procedure room support, sick and vacation coverage.

Job Requirements :

• 1 year experience in healthcare or related environment with knowledge of medical / surgical terminology and excellent customer service skills.
• Proven excellent de-escalation and communication skills, the ability to use a computer, strong organizational skills, and ability to work under pressure.
• Must be collaborative, reliable and punctual also required.
• Medical Assistant Registered (MA-R) through the State of Washington, sponsored by Virginia Mason, required within 60 days of hire, only if required by department for patient rooming and workflows.
• Experience with IBM / Cerner / IDX applications preferred. May also require experience / certification in department specialty.

We offer a competitive salary and benefit package including. There is also the lifestyle benefit that comes with finding yourself in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. Surrounded by the vibrancy and sophistication of one of the most livable cities in the country, finding the perfect urban or outdoor pursuit will instinctively and pleasurably become second nature.

We are an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.