Overview
Surgical Authorization & Scheduling Coordinator Jobs in The Dalles at Cascade Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Center
Company Overview
Cascade Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Center is a physician-owned orthopedic and podiatry practice serving the Columbia Gorge, with locations in Hood River and The Dalles.
Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Surgical Authorization & Scheduling Coordinator to join our team. This vital role involves managing pre-authorization processes, coordinating surgical schedules, and ensuring seamless communication between patients, providers, insurance companies and surgical facilities. The ideal candidate will possess strong medical office experience, excellent organizational skills, and a thorough understanding of medical coding and insurance procedures.
This is not an entry-level position. Candidates must have prior experience in medical insurance, prior authorizations, or surgical scheduling.
Duties
- Coordinate and manage provider surgery schedules across clinic and surgical facilities
- Outpatient and inpatient procedures
- In-office procedures
- Advanced imaging
- Work directly with insurance plans to secure approvals and verify requirements
- Provide patients with clear surgical estimates and financial expectations
- Schedule and coordinate all related testing, procedures, and follow-ups
- Communicate with surgery centers, hospitals, and internal clinical teams
- Maintain accurate documentation in the EHR and tracking systems
- Support billing/coding workflows related to surgical cases and denials (as needed)
Requirements
- Proven experience in a medical office setting, preferably within orthopedics or surgical practices.
- Strong knowledge of managed care processes, insurance verification procedures, and prior authorization workflows.
- Familiarity with medical coding systems including CPT, ICD-9, ICD-10, and ICD coding conventions.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of patient information.
- Experience with medical records management and documentation accuracy.
- Dental office experience is a plus but not required; however, familiarity with office procedures is essential.
- Effective communication skills to liaise confidently with healthcare providers, insurance companies, and patients. Join our team as a Surgical Authorization & Scheduling Coordinator to ensure our patients receive timely surgical care through meticulous coordination and expert knowledge of insurance processes. Your dedication will directly contribute to delivering exceptional orthopedic care while maintaining operational excellence.
Pay: $22.00 – $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Experience:
- Insurance: 1 year (Preferred)
- Medical: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Title: Surgical Authorization & Scheduling Coordinator
Company: Cascade Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Center
Location: The Dalles
