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City of Hope·Irvine, California
Surgery Scheduler - OC
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The Surgery Scheduler is responsible for coordinating inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures, including pre-operative appointments and necessary clearances. They ensure all documentation is complete, communicate instructions to patients, and manage scheduling based on provider block times.
Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
Responsible for the accurate scheduling coordination of inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures and related outpatient pre-operative appointments. As a successful candidate, you will: Directly responsible for coordinating surgery cases and outpatient procedures for the department of surgery and all of the associated divisions. Coordinates surgical procedure with OR staff and patient to ensure patients are properly scheduled. Initiates and reviews the surgical procedure Scheduling Data Sheet. Ensures all documentation is complete and the correct pre-op tests are ordered in a timely manner. Coordinates with New Patient Services to ensure biopsy slides, reports and any other pertinent information is available prior to the patient’s surgery date. Schedules pre-op appointments. Ensures all documentation is complete and the correct information is communicated and distributed to the patients in a timely manner. Coordinates pre-op authorizations with the Utilization Review Department and ensures that all clearances requested by provider are received prior to the procedure date. Processes pre-op consultations. Processes labs, surgical orders, EKGs, x-rays or any ancillary services as requested by providers. Ensures all clearances requested by provider are received prior to the surgery date. Directs patient calls regarding pre-op instructions and post op questions. Coordinates date of surgery based on doctors OR block time schedules and clinic schedules. Coordinates pre-op admission with the Admitting Department.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of work experience in a medical environment. Two years of medical office experience is preferred, along with a strong understanding of medical terminology.
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Administrative roles in California healthcare and social services often draw steady demand because organizations need staff who can coordinate operations, support teams, and manage patient- or client-facing workflows. These positions are competitive when employers seek a bachelor’s degree, several years of relevant experience, strong Microsoft Office skills, and clear communication, along with screening requirements such as a background check and TB test. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your experience matches the posting before applying.