Description
* The OR Scheduler is responsible for the coordination and scheduling of surgical cases for a single department and service line.
* This includes but is not limited to GI Endoscopy, Pain Management, Miscellaneous Procedures, and Procedures requiring Anesthesia.
* The administration of the surgery computerized patient scheduling system.
* This includes patient scheduling, communication, training of all users, system maintenance, and new system development.
* Monitor data integrity, compliance to system policies, procedures, and manage system projects.
* Communicate, problem solve with System Support and information Services.
* Update system to meet changing needs, daily and monthly maintenance of Scheduling System.
* Prepares and distributes daily OR schedules.
* Monitors and tracks data as assigned.
* Process charge slips according to established standards and protocols.
* Verify patient and information contained in reservation with surgeon offices, case order and case information.
* Print and distribute schedule to appropriate locations.
* Print and distributes pharmacy requisitions to appropriate locations.
* Maintain inventory and order replacements as needed.
* Print and file reservations.
* Answer calls pertaining to surgeons, nursing staff, office staff, CPM, Patients, Family, Vendors.
* Collaborative communication with charge nurse and anesthesia coordinator, waiting area, PACU and Preop.
* Enter purchase requisitions into ORACLE as needed.