Surgery Scheduler (Temp)

Practice Overview:

• Surgery Scheduler opportunity with a busy surgical practice in Southern California
• Position will cover a leave of absence
• Support office operations across Montclair and Covina locations
• Work closely with physicians, clinical staff, administrative team members, and leadership
• Ideal candidate will have prior experience in a surgical or specialty practice setting
• Strong opportunity for someone with broad front-office, back-office, billing, credentialing, and operational experience

Position Responsibilities:

• Schedule outpatient and inpatient surgical procedures with hospitals, surgery centers, and physicians
• Coordinate surgery dates and times with patients, providers, operating rooms, and anesthesia teams
• Obtain and verify insurance authorizations and referrals as needed
• Prepare and maintain accurate surgical schedules and patient records
• Confirm all required pre-operative testing, medical clearances, and documentation are completed before surgery
• Communicate pre-operative instructions and appointment details to patients
• Coordinate changes, cancellations, and rescheduling of surgical cases
• Answer incoming calls and assist patients with scheduling-related questions
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to ensure efficient patient flow

Job Qualifications:

• Surgery scheduling experience strongly preferred
• Knowledge of medical terminology, insurance verification, and prior authorizations
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR/EHR) systems preferred
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills
• Ability to support multiple locations as needed
• Professional, reliable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced surgical practice environment

Benefits / Additional Details:

• Temporary position covering leave of absence
• Additional compensation and benefit details to be discussed during the interview process

Montclair and Covina offer convenient access to the San Gabriel Valley and Inland Empire, with proximity to major Southern California communities, dining, schools, and regional amenities. Los Angeles