Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Come join our Surgical team at Mercy Medical Center, part of Trinity Health Of New England!

Position Purpose

Directs operations of the Booking office to contribute to the mission and goals of Mercy Medical Center.  Provides guidance to all Physician offices to maintain OR schedule and cases for surgery.

What you will do

• Schedule surgeries according to block time utilization and accommodating those physicians that do not have block time

• Know medical terminology, anatomy, and surgical procedures along with an understanding of anesthetics needed to support surgical procedures

• Differentiate between open and laparoscopic surgeries

• Understand each surgeon’s procedure and the support needed for such specialties

• Receive and input the surgeon’s office faxes for booking of procedures and returns them within 24 hours

• Understand procedure codes for each case

• Ensure the OR schedule is faxed daily to multiple departments

• Confirm cases daily to identify correct data, including date, time, and specific procedure, anesthesia type, and special equipment requests

• Schedule pre-admission testing for all surgical patients as needed

• Cover various assignments and clerical support of all peri operative services

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Proficient knowledge of Medical Terminology required

• Requires a good understanding of surgical procedures

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Full time 37.5hours per week after meal breaks

• Excellent benefits starting day 1

Ministry/Facility Information

Mercy Medical Center has established itself as one of the leading providers of health care services in Western Massachusetts. Mercy Medical Center is a 182-bed acute care hospital in Springfield. Other facilities include Mercy's Rehabilitation Hospital, a comprehensive hospital-based rehabilitation center on the campus of Mercy Medical Center and Brightside for Families and Children, an outpatient service offering counseling and family support programs.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.