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**University of Pittsburgh Physicians is hiring a full-time Surgery Scheduler to join their team at Thoracic Surgery.**
**Hours: Monday-Friday, daylight hours**
**Location: 5200 Center Avenue, Shadyside**
**Position Specifics: Potential to work 4 10-hour shifts or one work-from-home day a week, depending on department policy**
**What Can UPMC Do for You?**
+ A career path that provides you with the right experience to be successful in the position you want to obtain now and, in the future
+ Health and welfare benefits like medical, vision, dental, and life and disability, and an exceptional retirement program
+ Work life balance to help manage other important aspects of your life such as: PTO, wellness programs, paid parental leave
+ Competitive pay for the work that you do
**Responsibilities:**
+ Work directly with department to troubleshoot procedural and operations issues.
+ Coordinate and monitor patient follow-up through the Refract Tracker and EPIC.
+ Prepare and forward all necessary admission reservations/requisitions, including demographics and insurance information to hospitals.
+ Coordinate cases and communicates with hospital personnel to obtain approval for hospital admissions.
+ Discuss and coordinate financial arrangements prior to surgery including the collection of pre-payments.
+ Ensure that informed consents are signed.
+ Provide patients with pre and postoperative instruction according to service specific guidelines.
+ Coordinate patient education seminars and schedules physicians accordingly.
+ Collect data for research study.
+ Schedule pre-screening exams, diagnostic testing, post-operative appointments and surgical cases for all patients.
+ Ensure all billing and insurance information is current and accurate.
+ Complete special projects as assigned.
+ Act as liaison between patient and referring physicians.
+ Obtain pre-certification and/or referral prior to the date of the procedure.
+ Coordinate and track internal and external marketing efforts.
+ Attend and schedule department meetings.
+ Answer and respond to all incoming telephone inquiries regarding surgery and provides educational material, both verbally and through printed materials.
+ High school diploma or equivalent required.
+ Completion of a medical assisting program or 2-4 years experience in a medical field.
+ Proficiency in medical terminology preferred.
+ General knowledge of computer software and practice management databases is essential.
+ Knowledge of the Epic practice management programs preferred.
+ Strong organization, time management and interpersonal skills.
+ Tact and diplomacy are necessary in dealing with physicians, patients and their families and other employees.
+ Ability to deal compassionately and professionally with patients is essential.
+ Work independently and possess sound decision-making skills.
+ Knowledge of insurance regulations, specifically Medicare, BC/BS, managed care plans and workers compensation carriers regarding scheduling and approval of surgical procedures.
+ Ability to prioritize work demands.
+ Ability to consistently maintain confidentiality with regards to all job assignments and related information.
**Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:**
+ Act 34
**UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**

**Company :**
Allegheny Health Network
**Job Description :**
GENERAL OVERVIEW:
This job schedules surgeries, tests, procedures, and office visits; obtains authorizations from insurance carriers.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Schedules and coordinates operating room, primary care and specialty office visits, tests, procedures and/or surgeries. (30%)
+ Completes reservation forms for hospitals; completes and delivers physician orders for upcoming procedures; tracks medical clearances; obtains all billing information. (30%)
+ Obtains authorizations for inpatient and outpatient procedures. (30%)
+ Transcribes reports, notes and correspondence; answers phones and take appropriate actions; files patient information in the medical record and prepares charts; performs general office tasks. (10%)
+ Performs all other duties as assigned or required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum
+ High school diploma or GED; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
+ Knowledge of medical terminology.
+ Experience with ICD-10 and CPT codes.
+ Computer experience and keyboard skills.
Preferred
+ Associate's Degree.
+ PC database and word processing skills.
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement_** _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Req ID: J265924

Join Our Dynamic Team That Keeps the OR Running Smoothly!
UPMC Shadyside is hiring a Surgery Scheduler to support our busy and highly collaborative Surgical Services departments- home to 24 state-of-the-art operating rooms. If you're detail-oriented, proactive, and ready to make a meaningful difference in the surgical care experience, we want to hear from you!
Schedule:
+ Monday-Friday, daylight hours
+ No weekends, holidays, or overnight shifts required!
What You'll Do:
This role is essential to the coordination and success of inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures.
+ Coordinate and schedule surgeries
+ Maintain clear and timely communication with surgeons, clinical staff, and hospital departments
+ Obtain pre-certifications and ensure insurance information is accurate and up to date
+ Track surgical utilization via internal tracking systems
+ Collaborate on special projects as assigned
+ Act as a trusted liaison between physicians, clinical, and administrative teams
+ High school diploma or equivalent required.
+ Completion of a medical assisting program or 2 years' experience in a medical field required.
+ Proficiency in medical terminology preferred.
+ Previous scheduling experience preferred.
+ General knowledge of computer software and practice management databases is essential.
+ Ability to deal compassionately and professionally with patients is essential.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
+ Act 34
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Join Our Team as a Full-Time Surgery Scheduler at UPMC Mercy Operating Room!
Are you a detail-oriented and self-motivated individual with surgery scheduling experience? UPMC Mercy Operating Room is seeking a dedicated Surgery Scheduler to support our anesthesia sites by coordinating inpatient and outpatient cases. This daylight, Monday to Friday position offers a great work-life balance-no weekends or holidays required! This team member will be required to schedule cases as well as help manage the day-to-day operations of the OR front desk.
Bring your knowledge of medical terminology and expertise with systems like Cerner and Epic to this vital role and become an integral part of a collaborative and efficient team.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Work directly with department to troubleshoot procedural and operations issues.
+ Coordinate and monitor patient follow-up through the Refract Tracker and EPIC.
+ Prepare and forward all necessary admission reservations/requisitions, including demographics and insurance information to hospitals.
+ Coordinate cases and communicates with hospital personnel to obtain approval for hospital admissions.
+ Discuss and coordinate financial arrangements prior to surgery including the collection of pre-payments.
+ Ensure that informed consents are signed.
+ Provide patients with pre and postoperative instruction according to service specific guidelines.
+ Coordinate patient education seminars and schedules physicians accordingly.
+ Collect data for research study.
+ Schedule pre-screening exams, diagnostic testing, post-operative appointments and surgical cases for all patients.
+ Ensure all billing and insurance information is current and accurate.
+ Complete special projects as assigned.
+ Act as liaison between patient and referring physicians.
+ Obtain pre-certification and/or referral prior to the date of the procedure.
+ Coordinate and track internal and external marketing efforts.
+ Attend and schedule department meetings.
+ Answer and respond to all incoming telephone inquiries regarding surgery and provides educational material, both verbally and through printed materials.
+ High school diploma or equivalent required.
+ Prior OR experience preferred.
+ Completion of a medical assisting program or 2-4 years experience in a medical field.
+ Proficiency in medical terminology preferred.
+ General knowledge of computer software and practice management databases is essential.
+ Knowledge of the Epic practice management programs preferred. Strong organization, time management and interpersonal skills. Tact and diplomacy are necessary in dealing with physicians, patients and their families and other employees. Ability to deal compassionately and professionally with patients is essential.
+ Work independently and possess sound decision-making skills.
+ Knowledge of insurance regulations, specifically Medicare, BC/BS, managed care plans and workers compensation carriers regarding scheduling and approval of surgical procedures. Ability to prioritize work demands. Ability to consistently maintain confidentiality with regards to all job assignments and related information.
+ Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.
**Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:**
+ Act 34
**UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**

UPMC Department of Neurological Surgery is hiring a full-time Surgery Scheduler to join their team at Presbyterian Hospital in Oakland, PA. In this position, you will work Monday-Friday from 8:00am-4:30pm assisting with pre-operative appointment and surgery scheduling, obtaining referrals, verifying billing information, answering and responding to patient inquiries, and completing office work.
The UPMC Department of Neurosurgery is one of the largest Neurosurgery Departments in the United States. We interact with patients from around the globe and provide surgical care for those suffering with neurological conditions.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Work directly with department to troubleshoot procedural and operations issues.
+ Coordinate and monitor patient follow-up through the Refract Tracker and EPIC.
+ Prepare and forward all necessary admission reservations/requisitions, including demographics and insurance information to hospitals.
+ Coordinate cases and communicates with hospital personnel to obtain approval for hospital admissions.
+ Discuss and coordinate financial arrangements prior to surgery including the collection of pre-payments.
+ Ensure that informed consents are signed.
+ Provide patients with pre and postoperative instruction according to service specific guidelines.
+ Coordinate patient education seminars and schedules physicians accordingly.
+ Collect data for research study.
+ Schedule pre-screening exams, diagnostic testing, post-operative appointments and surgical cases for all patients.
+ Ensure all billing and insurance information is current and accurate.
+ Complete special projects as assigned.
+ Act as liaison between patient and referring physicians.
+ Obtain pre-certification and/or referral prior to the date of the procedure.
+ Coordinate and track internal and external marketing efforts.
+ Attend and schedule department meetings.
+ Answer and respond to all incoming telephone inquiries regarding surgery and provides educational material, both verbally and through printed materials.
+ High school diploma or equivalent required.
+ Completion of a medical assisting program or 2-4 years experience in a medical field.
+ Proficiency in medical terminology preferred.
+ General knowledge of computer software and practice management databases is essential.
+ Knowledge of the Epic practice management programs preferred.
+ Strong organization, time management and interpersonal skills.
+ Tact and diplomacy are necessary in dealing with physicians, patients and their families and other employees.
+ Ability to deal compassionately and professionally with patients is essential.
+ Work independently and possess sound decision-making skills.
+ Knowledge of insurance regulations, specifically Medicare, BC/BS, managed care plans and workers compensation carriers regarding scheduling and approval of surgical procedures.
+ Ability to prioritize work demands.
+ Ability to consistently maintain confidentiality with regards to all job assignments and related information.
**Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:**
+ Act 34
**UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**

**Company :**
Allegheny Health Network
**Job Description :**
At AHN, employees trust working together and place patients at the center of all they do. This 9 Hospital system, a part of Highmark Health, is transforming the future of healthcare by providing highly effective services to customers, patients and communities. AHN has commitment and dedication to being inclusive, valuing fresh perspectives, and offering the best growth and educational opportunities to employees
Forbes Hospital is a 315 bed, Level II trauma hospital located in the community of Monroeville. Our hospital offers the service lines of a city hospital, inclusive of trauma, neurosurgery, cardiothoracic surgery, interventional cardiology, obstetrics and psychiatry, while also building relationships across the organization in a community setting.
**GENERAL OVERVIEW:**
The Registered Nurse assesses human responses and plans, implements and evaluates nursing care for individuals or families for whom the nurse is responsible. The Registered Nurse is fully responsible for all actions as a licensed nurse and is accountable to patients for the quality of care delivered.
**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:**
+ The registered nurse provides transformational leadership in a professional practice setting by striving to create and participate in the future of healthcare.
+ Team player who contributes to building the team by helping others succeed through role modeling and mentoring.
+ Assigns or delegates tasks based on the needs of the patient and skill level of the RN, LPN or support staff. Assigns duties and lunches for staff when performing charge role.
+ Considers maintenance of a safe environment, patient condition, complexity of the intervention and predictability of the outcome.
+ Provides peers with both verbal and written feedback regarding clinical practice and role performance.
+ Shares knowledge and skills with peers and colleagues and cultivates a work environment that promotes positive employees attitudes, effective communications, trust, and collaboration.
+ Willingly accepts mistakes of self and others, creating a culture in which risk taking is not only safe but expected and creativity, flexibility, resiliency, and adaptability are key.
+ Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to evaluate clinical care or health services.
+ Promotes patient safety initiatives (ex: National Patient Safety Goals).
+ Participates in department specific quality initiatives ( ex: EBP population specific). Assures appropriate order sets are used.
+ Supervises delegates and evaluates assigned LPN scope of practice as appropriate.
+ Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, evaluate and implement a patient plan of care according to the individual needs of the patient as prescribed by physician, nurse and hospital policy including patient and family.
+ Derives culturally and age appropriate expected outcomes involving the patient, family and other health care providers.
+ Analyzes the health status of the individuals and families comparing the data with the norm, when possible, to determine patient care needs.
+ Assesses patient reports/records change of condition and notifies physician and/or supervisor and intervenes appropriately and documents accordingly.
+ Accepts assignments in areas other than primary unit, and performs duties within individualized competency.
+ Demonstrates a commitment to continuous lifelong learning and professional development for self and others.
+ Promotes advancement of the profession through participation in professional organizations.
+ Seeks both formal and independent learning activities using current research findings and other evidence to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge.
+ Participates in systematic peer review and obtains informal feedback regarding one's own practice from patients, peers, professional colleagues and others. Identifies areas of strength, as well as, areas in which professional development would be beneficial.
+ Meets time and attendance guidelines per hospital policy.
+ Places the patient at the center of everything they do by continuously evaluating and assessing patient and family satisfaction and performing as an advocate for patients and customers.
+ Participates in department specific patient satisfaction initiatives.
+ Promotes compassionate communication that is patient and family centered.
+ Assesses for and attempts to resolve patient/family concerns.
+ Utilizes effective time management skills to complete assigned duties and responsibilities within established work shift.
**QUALIFICATIONS:**
Minimum
+ Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
+ Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
+ Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
+ Current State of PA RN licensure OR Current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
+ CPR certification
Preferred
+ Certification in area of specialty
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement_** _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at
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Req ID: J265004

All Star Healthcare Solutions is working directly with a facility in Pennsylvania seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgeon to assist with weekend locums coverage help starting in June. Please see additional details below:

• Must be Board Certified
• Pennsylvania Licensed is preferred but not required
• 24 hr ER call coverage
• No Clinic Responsibilities
• Coverage:
• Moderate Volume

All Star Healthcare Solutions benefits:

• Full-service agency
• 24/7 professional and reliable service
• Dedicated, specialty-specific consultants
• Competitive pay
• Malpractice coverage
• Paid and coordinated travel services
• Member of NALTO

The Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at UPMC Magee Women's Hospital is seeking a full-time specialist in Complex Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (MIGS) in the Division of Academic Obstetrics/Gynecology. The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Minimally invasive surgical team consists of 4 faculty members, support of Advanced Practice Providers in the outpatient setting and our faculty has a robust surgical practice completing 300-400 surgeries per year. Our group provides outstanding evidence- based in-office and surgical care in the local areaand support patients in our surrounding communities. The department has an AAGL accredited fellowship in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery. Candidates will be expected to mentor and teach residents and fellows that routinely rotate through our service. We are seeking to hire an academic surgical gynecologist who possesses strong interest in research and clinical expertise in the following focus areas:

• Endometriosis
• Uterine Fibroids
• Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
• Pelvic Pain
• Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery

Responsibilities

• Surgically independent with complex MIGS procedures, including advanced endometriosis and fibroid treatment
• Perform minimally invasive gynecological surgical procedures, including laparoscopic and robotic surgeries.
• Conduct thorough pre- and post-op assessments of patients to determine best surgical approach.
• Collaborate withmultidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs
• Demonstrated interest in research
• Commitment to education of medical students, residents and fellows
• Ability to participate and lead activities that foster an inclusive environment for coworkers and patients

Qualifications

• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
• Completion of a residency program in surgery or a related specialty.
• Valid state medical license and DEA registration.
• Board certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Fellowship training in Minimally Invasive Surgery.
• Proven experience in performing minimally invasive gynecological surgeries.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with medical advancements

About UPMC Magee Women's Hospital and UPMC

• UPMC Magee-Women's Hospital is a world-class center for both women's health and comprehensive medical-surgical care and an innovative leader in the delivery of women's health care and research.
• A National Center of Excellence in Women's Health, UPMC Magee-Women's Hospital is one of the first recognized by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Nearly 10,000 babies are born at Magee each year, accounting for 45 percent of all births in Allegheny County.
• The hospital's neonatal intensive care unit is the largest in Pennsylvania and one of the largest in the country, treating more than 1,500 seriously or critically ill babies each year.
• Magee-Women's Research Institute is a nationally and internationally recognized center for women's health study.
• Magee serves as the teaching facility for obstetrics, gynecology, gynecologic oncology, and neonatology for the University of Pittsburgh.
• UPMC is a $23 billion world-renowned health care provider and insurer based in Pittsburgh, PA
• 92,000 employees, including 4,900 physicians
• Over 40 academic, community and specialty hospitals
• Over 800 doctors' offices and outpatient sites
• UPMC is inventing new models of accountable, cost-effective, patient-centered care
• Closely affiliated with University of Pittsburgh

About the Community

• Pittsburgh is a vibrant, mid-sized city with the feel of a small town. Located in the southwest corner of Pennsylvania, it offers the best of everything - an urban melting pot, historical landmarks, ethnic neighborhoods, a vibrant nightlife, picturesque countryside, and the famous three rivers.
• The city is renowned for its cultural institutions, including the Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, the National Aviary, and a diverse cultural district.
• The city's major league professional sports teams include the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pittsburgh Penguins, and Pittsburgh Pirates.
• Pittsburgh has a reputation as an advancing leader in medicine, education, health care, robotics, software engineering, and high-tech industries.
• The city is consistently ranked as one of the top places for families in the U.S. and one of the most affordable, livable, and safest U.S. cities.

General Surgery - Northwest Pennsylvania

• Employed practice seeks BC/BE General Surgeon to join their team.
• Generous annual salary offered with RVU and quality incentives
• OR cases average over 100 monthly (no OB)
• Bread & butter procedures including Laparoscopies, Lap Choles, Hernia repairs, Endoscopies, Colonoscopies, Enterectomies, etc
• Strong consulting primary care and sub-specialty providers
• Benefits include: Student loan repayment (PSLF site), educational loan incentives, relocation expenses, paid malpractice coverage, medical and dental insurance, 403b tax shelter, short and long-term disability, CME time and allowance, and more!
• Located 90 miles from Erie, 100 miles from Buffalo, 120 miles from Pittsburgh, and 200 miles from Toronto
• Position available immediately. First, second, and third year residents encouraged to apply - residency stipend offered
• No visa sponsorship available

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