Per Diem Surgical Scheduling Coordinator - Dubin Breast Center

The Dubin Breast Center of The Tisch Cancer Institute at Mount Sinai is part of one of the nation’s top-ranked hospitals. We offer integrated and compassionate care for every phase of breast health, all in one location. At Dubin, we provide the latest in prevention; diagnostics; surgery, medical and radiation treatment; and support after treatment. Our team of breast cancer experts works together to provide seamless, personalized, and holistic care. If appropriate, we can offer you the opportunity to receive emerging therapies as part of a clinical trial.

The Scheduling Coordinator is responsible for scheduling inpatient and ambulatory surgeries and procedures and follow-up appointments for patients. Obtains pre-authorizations for procedures and diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.

• Responsible for the coordination of all OR surgeries and procedures.
• Verifies patient demographics and obtains pre-certification from insurance carriers for all O surgeries and procedures.
• Records hospital reservation and pre-admit data in prevailing institutional system.
• Arranges patient pre-testing with appropriate departments and is responsible for obtaining patient medical clearance.
• May place surgical confirmation calls in advance of scheduled surgery or procedure date.
• Serves as a liaison between referring physicians and surgeons for the communication of clinical data and to determine OR scheduling, etc.
• Collects and distributes appropriate paperwork to internal and external parties to coordinate surgeries.
• Schedules post-operative follow-up visits with providers.
• Performs other related duties.

• High School diploma. Associates Degree preferred
• 2 years of surgical scheduling experience.
• Certificate in Medical Terminology preferred
• Certificate in ICD-9 and CPT Coding preferred