Surgical Scheduler - VH Labor and Delivery

POSITION SUMMARY:

To support the Labor and Delivery Department and patient by providing services such as: scheduling, database management, patient/department support, and unit-specific tasks.

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of formal business/medical training including a medical terminology course.

EXPERIENCE:
OR secretarial background preferred. Computer experience (knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office) and customer service skills required. experience as a Business Associate and /or in a medical office setting preferred.

SPECIAL SKILLS:
Effective communication and writing skills - ability to articulate and use proper spelling and grammar. Demonstrates typing skills and computer literacy. Typing/keyboarding 25-30 wpm at a minimum. Knowledge of medical terminology required. Good customer service skills (to include telephone etiquette) to effectively communicate and interact with physicians, office staff, and personnel from other departments during day to day and stressful situations. Ability to work independently, cooperatively, and with minimal supervision with members of the health care team. Ability to use effective time management to set priorities, perform job related responsibilities and respond quickly to changing and conflicting needs. Attentive to details and the ability to perform work accurately, often changing from one task to another with loss of efficiency or composure. Effective critical thinking skills, i.e., analytical, problem-solving, decision making, prioritizing, time management, etc. Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.

Area of Talent: Business Office & Clerical

Organization: The Valley Hospital

Department: VH LABOR & DELIVERY

Shift: Day

Full Time

Schedule: 72

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United States