Total Joint Surgery Scheduler for Arrowhead Ortho

Essential Job Responsibilities: 

Adheres to and supports the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources.  

Adheres to the Tenet HIPAA Compliance Plan and the Privacy Standards Confidentiality Agreement.  

Demonstrates support for the Tenet Corporate Compliance Program by being knowledgeable of compliance responsibilities as expressed in the Code of Conduct; adhering to federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and corporate policies and procedures policies that affect his/her specific job functions/responsibilities; and reporting compliance issues/concerns in a timely and appropriate manner.  

Triage surgical candidates as required by the physicians  

Work with appropriate hospital personnel to obtain information as required for surgery scheduling.    

Educate patients about planned surgery  

Verify insurance information in electronic system  

Obtain insurance authorizations as required by individual plans prior to surgery  

Work in concert with surgeons to obtain medical clearances and preoperative testing as required by hospital protocols  

Confirm and reschedule return appointments, as necessary.  

Provide assistance to administrative or clinical staff as needed.  

Notify manager with patient account and insurance issues.  

Other duties as assigned