Fairfax Hospital - Gastroenterology Laboratory - The Perioperative Clerical Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the daily Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) schedules to facilitate maximum utilization, efficiency and minimum procedure related and bed placement problems.
Ensures that daily charges are processed, by following department guidelines and ensures that all Perioperative documentation is complete and accurate.
Performs a variety of administrative and clerical activities to support efficient department operations.
Onsite - Mon - Fri 630am-3pm
Job Responsibilities Reviews scheduled cases daily and arranges for all reasonably anticipated requirements by coordinating with Radiology, Laboratory, Patient Units, Bed Placement, Materials Management and other departments as appropriate. Gathers all components of the medical record and arranges it in the correct order in patient charts and department records; Ensures that each patient entering the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) has an available medical record. Schedules added cases by ensuring that all appropriate documentation is complete and that all relevant staff is notified; Documents all schedule changes per department guidelines; Reconciles the record with submitted charges, verifying inconsistencies with appropriate staff and making changes in the system as necessary. Assists with the maintenance of Perioperative databases, orders clinical/office supplies for PACU and collaborates with the PACU Director and Operating Room Business Manager. Monitors operating room schedules to identify potential changes and take appropriate actions (i.e.
notifies PACU charge nurse and/or call supervisor for bed placement) to minimize problems, conflicts and/or delays that will impact the PACU. Ensures that Phase I and Phase II packets are available and have the correct patient identification on them. Responds promptly to ensure the provision of unanticipated requirements such as blood, X-ray, laboratory, supplies and other services as required. Ensures that all relevant staff (including the charge nurse) and departments are informed promptly of changes, delays and/or specific patient needs. May perform additional duties as assigned. Additional Requirements
Experience - 1 year of relevant experience
Education - High School diploma or equivalent
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