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Operating Room Receptionists are administrative professionals who work in the surgical department of hospitals or medical centers. They are responsible for managing the front desk of the operating room, coordinating schedules, greeting patients and families, answering phones, and handling paperwork related to surgical procedures. Their role is crucial in ensuring smooth communication between surgical staff, patients, and families, and keeping the operating room workflow organized and efficient.

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Operating Room Receptionists often face challenges such as managing a fast-paced environment, handling confidential information, and coordinating communication between surgical teams and patients’ families. Staying organized and maintaining attention to detail are crucial, especially when scheduling surgeries and processing paperwork. Effective time management and clear communication skills help ensure smooth workflow, minimize scheduling conflicts, and provide support to both medical staff and visitors. Building a strong rapport with the clinical team can also make it easier to address urgent changes or unexpected situations.

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To thrive as an Operating Room Receptionist, you need excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience with medical office procedures, often supported by a high school diploma or certificate in medical administration. Familiarity with hospital information systems, scheduling software, and electronic health records is typically required. Strong communication, professionalism, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are valuable soft skills for this position. These skills ensure smooth workflow, accurate record-keeping, and effective coordination in the fast-paced surgical environment.

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Perioperative Support Services Technician - Surgery - Full Time 8 hours Days (7:30AM to 4:00PM) (...

Arcadia, FL • On-site

Keck Medicine of USC
Health Care and Social Assistance • 5 - 10K employees

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Schedules cases by seeking necessary information and effectively managing case scheduling.

  • Performs post-operative data entry and monitors charging and time accuracy for surgeries.

  • Acts as a receptionist for the unit, handling routine clerical, scheduling, and desk activities.


Keck Medicine of USC rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 55 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

  • Accountable to the Director of Surgical Services.

  • Conducts department training for the Electronic Medical Record Scheduling System and troubleshoots problems with this system.

  • Displays professional commitment and supports the unit team by promoting unity and teamwork among coworkers by maintaining a positive attitude and positive working relationships.

  • Performs post-op data entry.

  • Prioritizes appropriately and communicates information in a timely manner.

  • Promotes positive public relations when communicating with surgeons' offices.

  • Responsible for understanding and participating in the organization-wide Performance Improvement Program through orientation, education, departmental and interdepartmental quality control, performance improvement, and quality planning activities.

  • Schedules cases seeking necessary information and effectively schedules cases by

  • Acts as a receptionist for the unit and assumes routine clerical, scheduling, and desk activities as appropriate and can work effectively in an environment that demands emotional stability, mature judgment, and flexibility.

  • Assists with Billing duties as a relief as necessary.

  • Assumes responsibility for computing and recording Operating Room charges on each patient.

  • Maintains current prices on items pertaining to patient charges.

  • Displays professional commitment and supports the unit team by promoting unity and teamwork among coworkers by maintaining a positive attitude and positive working relationships.

  • Maintains and updates Implant log to ensure data integrity.

  • Monitors and audits The Specialty Surgeries cases for charging and time accuracy.

  • Responsible for understanding and participating in the organization-wide Performance Improvement Program through orientation, education, departmental and interdepartmental quality control, performance improvement, and quality planning activities.

  • Works closely with Finance and Purchasing to ensure accurate charging practices.

  • Works closely with Inventory Clerk in maintaining inventory on various Operating Room stock.

  • Works closely with the Lead nurse and Nurse Navigator to ensure compliance.

  • Assists with the Lead Nurse, Unit Nurse Supervisor and Director for assisting with daily staffing needs.

  • Other duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

  • Accountable to the Director of Surgical Services.

  • Conducts department training for the Electronic Medical Record Scheduling System and troubleshoots problems with this system.

  • Displays professional commitment and supports the unit team by promoting unity and teamwork among coworkers by maintaining a positive attitude and positive working relationships.

  • Performs post-op data entry.

  • Prioritizes appropriately and communicates information in a timely manner.

  • Promotes positive public relations when communicating with surgeons' offices.

  • Responsible for understanding and participating in the organization-wide Performance Improvement Program through orientation, education, departmental and interdepartmental quality control, performance improvement, and quality planning activities.

  • Schedules cases seeking necessary information and effectively schedules cases by

  • Acts as a receptionist for the unit and assumes routine clerical, scheduling, and desk activities as appropriate and can work effectively in an environment that demands emotional stability, mature judgment, and flexibility.

  • Assists with Billing duties as a relief as necessary.

  • Assumes responsibility for computing and recording Operating Room charges on each patient.

  • Maintains current prices on items pertaining to patient charges.

  • Displays professional commitment and supports the unit team by promoting unity and teamwork among coworkers by maintaining a positive attitude and positive working relationships.

  • Maintains and updates Implant log to ensure data integrity.

  • Monitors and audits The Specialty Surgeries cases for charging and time accuracy.

  • Responsible for understanding and participating in the organization-wide Performance Improvement Program through orientation, education, departmental and interdepartmental quality control, performance improvement, and quality planning activities.

  • Works closely with Finance and Purchasing to ensure accurate charging practices.

  • Works closely with Inventory Clerk in maintaining inventory on various Operating Room stock.

  • Works closely with the Lead nurse and Nurse Navigator to ensure compliance.

  • Assists with the Lead Nurse, Unit Nurse Supervisor and Director for assisting with daily staffing needs.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Education

Minimum (Required)

High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Preferred (Not required)

Work Experience

Minimum (Required)

1-year Operating Room scheduling experience or equivalent work experience.

2 years clerical experience.

Preferred (Not required)

Typing skills with strong knowledge of medical terminology preferred

Licenses and Certifications

Minimum (Required)

Preferred (Not required)

Pay Transparency

The hourly rate range for this position is $21.00 - $26.16. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, State, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

JOB SUMMARY
The Perioperative Support Services Technician assists with the communication between physicians, offices, and hospital personnel that is essential for the coordination of the daily activities. Following the rules established by the medical staff, schedules cases with appropriate time allocation. Applies good interpersonal and communication process utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills to achieve organizational service goals of customer satisfaction and a positive work environment. Input in computer the post-op data information. Accountable to the Business Manager.

USC 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, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to theBackground Screening Policy Appendix Dfor specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email atuschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.

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