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Surgery Scheduler - OBGYN, 5280, Highlands Ranch

University of Colorado • Full-time • United States • $43.70k - $51.04k / year • 2d ago

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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Community Practice

Job Title: Surgery Scheduler - OBGYN, 5280, Highlands Ranch

Position #: 00809893 – Requisition #:37621

Job Summary:

The Surgery Scheduler is responsible for providing outstanding customer service to both the assigned physician and patients. The individual in this position will perform a broad spectrum of duties related to the effective and efficient scheduling of patients for outpatient visits and procedures. This includes maintaining precise interactions with nurses, physicians, and any other departments or functions involved in the delivery of patient care services.

This role will communicate with physicians and other healthcare team members to ensure the availability of facilities and staff. The individual in this position will function as the liaison between the patient and the providers for all non-clinical issues, including scheduling procedures in both the minor procedure room and operating rooms, communicating pre-procedure instructions and appointment confirmations, insurance verifications, and/or pre-authorizations as necessary.

Key Responsibilities:

Schedule patient visits, including completing data entry in Epic and preparing all necessary documentation within the medical record for the physician to review
Determine if there will be any insurance pre-authorization needed, and mail information packets to patients as necessary
Obtain referrals and authorizations as necessary for all clinic patient encounters, procedures, and surgeries
Preauthorize procedures and surgeries
Triage new patient referrals (fax and phone); email out new patient information

Work Location:

On-site – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Highlands Ranch, CO.

Why Join Us:

Community Practice Medicine, housed within the School of Medicine at the University of Colorado, is seeking trained medical professionals to join our growing team. With clinics spanning from Longmont to Castle Rock, we offer a wide variety of opportunities. Specialty areas include but are not limited to: Orthopedics, Vascular Surgery, OBGYN, Internal Medicine, Urology, Psychiatry, and many more!

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical, and research facility serving 4,500 students and is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers, and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package, including:

Medical: Multiple plan options
Dental: Multiple plan options
Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
Holiday Days: 10/year
Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
ECO Pass: Reduced-rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED
1-2 years of patient registration and insurance processes

Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

College graduate
3+ years of patient/client-facing experience
Medical office experience
EPIC experience
MS Office experience
Bilingual, Spanish-speaking
Understanding of HIPAA practices and patient confidentiality

Conditions of Employment:

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross healthcare provider level CPR certification or certification within 90 days of hire
Must be able to work in-person
Must be able to travel to alternate locations as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Strong organizational and personal skills; must have strong work ethic
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to maintain a positive attitude with clients, employees, and management
Ability to work quickly – individually and as part of a team
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret policies, documents, and regulations
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to understand, apply, and benefit from technology

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to the listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Anne Elish, ANNE.ELISH@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until the position is filled. Best consideration will be given to those who apply within 09/25/2025.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $43,700 to $51,042.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine-preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety-sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References

Job Category: Administrative Support and Related

Primary Location: United States

Department: U0001 - Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 21968 - SOM-DEAN DO CPD - OB-GYN

Schedule: Full-time

Posting Date: Aug 25, 2025

Unposting Date: Ongoing

Posting Contact Name: Anne Elish

Posting Contact Email: anne.elish@cuanschutz.edu

Position Number: 00809893