At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.
Job Summary
OR Coordinator, OR Elective Scheduling, Days
*Full time; 8:30am - 5pm, Monday - Friday
*1+ years of hospital or physician office experience preferred
*Customer Services and Operating Room scheduling and/or call center experience preferred
*Must have good computer skills. Microsoft Excel experience preferred.
This position is located at Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center Hospital.
Position responsible for capturing all ORs' (CHI, Adult HVI) patient’s charts and accounts to accurately capture all of the operating room and anesthesia charges; this includes OR acuity, anesthesia time, implants, perfusion time and OR & Anesthesia supplies. We are also responsible for reconciling, auditing and analyzing all charges pertaining to perfusion, anesthesia and the operating rooms.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Licenses/Certifications: (none)
Experience / Knowledge / Skills:
- One (1) year of healthcare experience preferred, in some departments may be required
- Ability to read and write and perform duties following oral and written instruction.
- Ability to work various shifts for extended periods as determined by the manager.
- Ability to perform duties requiring standing, walking, stooping, bending and lifting up to 20 pounds
- Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of “we advance health” through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann.
Principal Accountabilities
Position responsible for ensuring that all OR charges are captured in an appropriate and timely manner in the OR Department.
Audits and charges accounts for the OR Business Office to accurately capture all of the operating room and anesthesia charges; this includes OR acuity, anesthesia time, implants, perfusion time and OR & Anesthesia supplies.
Reconciling, auditing and analyzing all charges pertaining to perfusion, anesthesia and the operating rooms. Basic understanding of excel and ability to create reports for supply charges. Reviews patient account records to identify, analyze, and reconcile charging errors or omissions.
Collaborates with Operating Scheduling department to ensure appropriate chart and data analysis for OR charges.
- As needed, will assist with physical preparation of patient and physical environment according to the age/needs of the patient/population served. Transports and transfers patients as necessary. Functions as a porter between departments ensuring required medical supplies, information, specimens, and products are delivered in a timely fashion.
- Collaborates with Holding Area Nurse to provide staffing resources to the Holding Area.
- Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
- Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
- Other duties as assigned.