Overview

Hello humankindness Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix ArizonaSt. Josephs Hospital and Medical Center is a 571-bed not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy St. Josephs was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later St. Josephs remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved.We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care medical education and research. St. Josephs includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute Norton Thoracic Institute Cancer Center at St. Josephs Ivy Brain Tumor Center and St. Josephs Level I Trauma Center (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics neuro-rehabilitation orthopedics and other medical services. St. Joseph’s is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day approximately 20 percent of the hospital’s patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Joseph’s.U.S News World Report routinely ranks St. Josephs among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition St. Josephs boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Josephs and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Childrens Hospital.St. Josephs is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizonas healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of Arizonas Most Admired Companies.Look for us on Facebookand follow us on Twitter.For the health of our community ... we are proud to be a tobacco-free campus.

Responsibilities

The Surgery Procedure Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the schedules of physicians operating rooms anesthesiologists equipment lab work and any other required items/staff in accordance with a physician's recommendation for patient care. Acts as a liaison between the patient provider/referring physician primary care physician and other parties involved in the surgery/procedure to include distribution of pre and post-operative information to the patient. Gather and record financial and insurance information and ensure authorizations are obtained prior to the procedure/surgery. Coordinates specialized project or functions for department including documents schedules or other similar activities under limited supervision.

Coordinate operating rooms, equipment, anesthesia, pre-op labs and imaging, authorizations, and physician schedule for surgeries.

Act as a liaison between the patient, provider/referring physician, primary care physician, and other parties involved in the surgery/procedure to include distribution of pre and post-operative information to the patient.

Gather and record financial and insurance information and ensure authorizations are obtained prior to the procedure/surgery.

Complete full patient registration in IDX when registering new patients. Ensure all patient information is updated and current when following up/interacting with patient. Verify insurance eligibility and/or benefits.

Uses IDX system according to policy procedure, including patient registration, scheduling appointments, template oversight (as applicable), printing forms and schedules, posting payments and charge reconciliation, and reporting any issues with system. Effectively utilizes IDX downtime procedures as needed.

Provides additional clinic support as needed to ensure clinic is running effectively and productivity measures are met.

Assist with clinic phones as needed, displaying courtesy professionalism at all times.

Phones are answered within 3 rings and appropriate greeting is given including: Greeting, department name, your name, and offer to assist.

Ensures all SJHMC and SJMG policies and procedures including HIPAA, HR and PBS policies, charge reconciliation, etc are followed.

Complies with policies and assists with readiness for regulatory body oversight visits including Joint Commission, AzDHS, etc.

Dignity Health now offers an Education Benefit program for benefit-eligible employees after 180 days. This program provides debt relief and student loan assistance to help you achieve your goals. Full-time employees can receive up to $18,000 over five years, while part-time employees can receive up to $9,000.

Qualifications

MINIMUM

One year related experience

High School Diploma/GED

PREFERRED

Three years related experience

College level business coursework

Pay Range

$18.00 - $24.66 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.