Preadmission/Presurgical Chart Coordinator

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES/CRITICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

•  Manages incoming faxes, documents for patient’s medical record.
•  Scan all pertinent information for upcoming surgery into EPIC.
•  Scan all pertinent information for upcoming presurgical Optimization visit (POP)
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with all constituencies (physicians’ offices, clinics, Hospitalists, Nurse Practitioner, Anesthesia and OR Staff)
•  Works with NP and Hospitalist to obtain outside medical information.
• Assists with scheduling patient appointments for further evaluation under the direction of the NP or Hospitalist.
•  Assisting to check patients in on arrival for POP appointments when coverage is needed.
• Potential for assisting to schedule patient POP visits and other related duties as assigned.
•  Confirmation calls to patients prior to POP appointment.
• Responsible for keeping the shared fax incoming folder up to date
• Practices and adheres to Stamford Health’s “Code of Conduct” philosophy and organizational standards for Service Excellence, and organizational values of: Teamwork, Integrity, Compassion, Respect and Accountability.
• Completes required continuous training and education as assigned.
• Competencies and work Experience Requirements:
• Strong organizational skills, especially in creating and keeping files, records.
• Ability to prioritize tasks on an ongoing basis in a high – intensity environment.
• Excellent communication and people skills demonstrated ability to get results from people through interactions on the phone or person.
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Perseverance in the face of indifference or inattention of others, ability to see things through to completion.
• Appropriate interaction with a range of individuals and disciplines.
• Preferred Secretarial/clerical and telephone experience.
• Healthcare experience preferred.
• Demonstrate willingness to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrate flexibility due to unexpected changes in workload.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently and as a team player.

Qualifications

Education Requirements (including license, registration, certification)

•  High School degree or equivalent required
•  BLS required