Position Summary:Coordinates the activities of the Surgical Services Department including: boarding of patients for surgery and other procedures, assembling charts, entering and reviewing charges on the computer, ordering supplies, answering the telephone, and directing visitors. Completes data entry in patient records. Monitors chart forms including physician orders/consults.Essential Functions and Responsibilities:Coordinates surgery, endoscopy, and miscellaneous cases correctly with pre-surgery testing, Patient Access, and anesthesiaNotifies nurse manager and ordering personnel or respective company of need for equipment and supplies to avoid possible problems or conflictsUpdates for add-ons and other changes then notifies appropriate staff, department and physicianQualifications:Required:High school diploma or equivalentKnowledge of Medical TerminologyPrevious experience working with computers and typing proficiencyMinimum 1year previous clerical experience in the medical fieldBLS certification within 3 monthsKnowledge of keyboard/computerData entry experiencePreferred:Advanced coursework or degree in healthcare/business (Associate's Degree)Previous experience in data collection and working with insurance and financial information1 year experience as a clerk within the surgical area of an acute care hospital3 months experience in boarding surgeriesKnowledge of software systems to include Microsoft Word and Excel