Operating Room Schedule Clerk
Maintains master schedule for all surgical procedures. Performs related duties to coordinate scheduling of surgical procedures. Prepares and confirms surgical case logs for posting charges. Assists with creating Surgeon preference cards.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Maintains master schedules for all surgical procedures.
- Communicates accurately in receiving and providing surgical procedure information in written and verbal communications.
- Reviews scheduled surgical cases for equipment conflicts, supply needs, Surgeon schedule conflicts, special requests and other details that are required for the surgical procedures.
- Cancels and reschedules surgical procedures as necessary.
- Communicates with Operating Room Inventory Associates to ensure notification of outside vendors and contingent workers of case requirements and requests.
- Prepares and confirms surgical case logs for accuracy before forwarding to Finance for posting charges.
- Assists with creating Surgeon preference cards for new Surgeons and/or new surgical procedures.
- Observes computer system operations to detect malfunctions; notifies supervisor and other appropriate personnel of problems; implements corrective measures as instructed.
- Notifies supervisor or designated individual of any significant delay or backlog in processing departmental work.
- Establishes and maintans courteous, cooperative relations when interacting with others.
- Performs and accepts responsibility of other duties and accepts responsibility as assigned.
- Type 40 wpm.
- High school diploma; or equivalent combination of education (lesser) & experience may be considered in lieu of requirements.
- N/A
- Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in interpersonal relations, oral, and written communication.
- Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology in Operating Room surgical procedures.
- Communicating in person, by telephone and in writing with the accurate exchange of detailed information.
- Reading, writing, speaking and understanding English.
- Mathematical ability.
- Mental alertness and ability to focus on details.
- Ability to work in a constantly busy environment.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with calmness and excellent customer service.
- One to two years clerical office/reception experience.
- Experience in scheduling Operating Room surgical procedures.
- Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, surgical equipment and supplies.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in computer scheduling systems.
- Medical terminology course
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.
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