Perioperative Flow Coordinator

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Position Summary:

The Perioperative Flow Coordinator performs detailed administrative functions required to maintain the automated OR scheduling system according to established surgery scheduling protocols, and, is the main point of contact for all schedule requests, (both scheduled and emergent), surgery date changes, cancellations, surgical add-ons, and all general inquiries related to the OR Schedule. Emergency surgeries include transplant, inpatient and external surgical cases (ex. Critical, ORNGE, etc). This role helps ensure optimal care delivery and coordination of surgical patients to ensure efficient, timely surgical care and optimal utilization of TG ORs. Cases are extremely time sensitive, including Level I - risk of loss of life or limb, and require a higher level of critical thinking, time management and communication skills to ensure an efficient admission and surgical intervention.

As a critical member of the OR department, working in collaboration with the OR Team Lead, the primary responsibilities of the Perioperative Flow Coordinator include: utilizing critical thinking and knowledge of surgical procedures to recognize and respond appropriately to urgent/emergent situations; creating and updating master OR schedule in the Epic scheduling system; creating and updating the electronic patient record; performing unit specific activities to ensure the effective operation of the unit; performing cross-functional responsibilities, as required; performing cross-functional duties, as assigned and/or requested performing other duties consistent to the job classification, as required.

Responsibilities:

Emergency Surgeries: utilizes critical thinking and knowledge of surgical procedures to recognize and respond appropriately to urgent/emergent situations.

Works in compliance of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and its regulations, reporting hazards, deficiencies and contravention’s of the Act, in a timely manner.

At minimum, completion of a 2 years community college program in medical office administration or recognized equivalent required.

Experience:

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.