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We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.
 

The Surgery Data Coordinator is responsible for effective scheduling of surgical cases in the Surgical Block Schedule. Responsible for publishing the OR schedule daily and documenting specific data related to surgical cases. Enters Nursing Record data and OR patient charges into the system daily. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

 

Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

A Brief Overview
The Surgery Data Coordinator is responsible for effective scheduling of surgical cases in the Surgical Block Schedule. Responsible for publishing the OR schedule daily and documenting specific data related to surgical cases. Enters Nursing Record data and OR patient charges into the system daily. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What you will do

• Effectively schedules surgical cases in the Surgical Block Schedule. Publishes the OR schedule daily and documents specific data related to surgical cases.
• Coordinates and assists physicians, physician’s office staff, patients, and hospital departments with scheduling of surgical procedures.
• Enters Nursing Data, OR patient charges, and surgical patient billing into surgical database system.
• Collects and compiles data for administrative and monthly reporting. Maintains physician preference cards.
• Demonstrates professional work behavior and excellent customer service routinely in all interactions.

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• Required - High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Preferred - Associates Degree

Work Experience Requirements

• Required - Scheduling 1-3 years

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to perform surgical scheduling and manage multiple priorities with high flexibility and rapid response time.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment in making decisions and resolving problems related to the scheduling function.
• Ability to perform computerized data collection and entry and to navigate in a windows environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, physicians and other outside professional staff.
• Ability to organize tasks and maintain control of work flow.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations as would be acquired through completion of high school.
• Ability to read and follow written instruction as would be acquired through completion of high school.

Supervision Provided by this Position

• There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this position.

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
• Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
• Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.

Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.