Þscription Responsible for scheduling of DAS and Ambulatory OR surgery/procedures cases on a daily basis, for both adult and pediatric patients. S/he provides support to front office operations to ensure smooth flow of patient care, but not limited to registration, scheduling, pre/post follow-up patient calls. Contact insurance providers to obtain preauthorization for surgical procedures and diagnostic testing. Actively participate in process improvement initiative to ensure the coordination of care. Responsibilities Responsible for the coordination of all OR surgeries and procedures. Monitors front office workflow and make adjustment to ensure optimum delivery of service. Responsible for the Verification of patient demographics and obtaining pre-certification from insurance carriers for all OR surgeries and procedures. Responsible for obtaining patient medical clearance. Resolve patient issues or answer questions regarding policies and procedures. Places surgical confirmation calls 1 day in advance of scheduled surgery or procedure date. Schedules post-op follow up visits with providers. Liaison between referring physicians and surgeons for the communication of clinical data and to determine O.R. scheduling, etc. Trains and mentors other Surgical Scheduling Coordinator(s) or less senior staff within the unit. Collects and distributes appropriate paperwork to internal and external parties to coordinate the surgeries. Recording of hospital reservation and pre-admit data in CERNER system. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications Associate degree preferred Certificate in Medical Technology preferred Certificate in ICD-9 preferred Certificate in CPT coding preferred 3 years of scheduling experience, with 2 years of experience in a clinical setting, preferably in a medical practice environment Non-Bargaining Unit, 845 - Orthopaedics - ISM, Icahn School of Medicine Employer Description Strength through Unity and Inclusion The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual. At Mount Sinai, our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well-being of our staff, patients, and organization. Our leaders are expected to challenge outdated practices, promote a culture of respect, and work toward meaningful improvements that enhance patient care and workplace experiences. We are dedicated to building a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and advance professionally. Explore this opportunity and be part of the next chapter in our history. About the Mount Sinai Health System: Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health for all people, everywhere, by taking on the most complex health care challenges of our time — discovering and applying new scientific learning and knowledge; developing safer, more effective treatments; educating the next generation of medical leaders and innovators; and supporting local communities by delivering high-quality care to all who need it. Through the integration of its hospitals, labs, and schools, Mount Sinai offers comprehensive health care solutions from birth through geriatrics, leveraging innovative approaches such as artificial intelligence and informatics while keeping patients’ medical and emotional needs at the center of all treatment. The Health System includes more than 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians; 13 joint-venture outpatient surgery centers throughout the five boroughs of New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and Florida; and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. We are consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, receiving high