Surgical Coordinator

The Surgical Coordinator is responsible for coordination of all aspects of tests, procedures and surgeries. This job is ideal for a responsible, detail oriented person with a professional demeanor. Must have 2+ years of experience.

Prior knowledge of medical office procedures, PIP Pre-certification and healthcare authorizations is a +. Excellent Customer Service skills, ability to work independently, multi-task and meet deadlines. Must be experienced in all Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates all aspects of tests, procedures and surgeries under the direction and supervision of the Practice Supervisor or Manager and physician(s) in an efficient manner.
• Schedules procedures in a prompt, polite, and helpful manner. Follows guidelines of each facility including any required booking sheets. Makes sure proper equipment is ordered for surgery.
• Verifies patient demographics. Logs the patient and their insurance information, contacts insurance company for verification of coverage and benefits and obtains precertification from the payer.
• Coordinates procedure appointments with physician's calendar, and changes in the schedule are adjusted as needed.
• Communicates appointments and surgical preparation information to the patients.
• Ensures pre-op procedures are followed with consistency including: completion of surgical documentation (including completed consent forms, history and physical within 30 days of scheduled procedure and physician orders. Distributes documentation to appropriate departments. Schedules pre-surgery appointment with physician, obtains medical clearance(s) as needed, coordinates pre-admission testing appointments with appropriate departments and follows up with results to the physician.
• Responsible for maintaining block time guidelines at each of the hospitals.
• Coordinates required postoperative care under the direction of the provider.
• Obtains surgical billing information from physicians. Works with coding department to obtain appropriate codes and posts and reconciles all surgical charges.
• Tracks all procedures including completed and pending cases. Tracks all surgical testing and pathology results.
• Provides excellent customer service. Helps to promote high levels of service, greets patients and visitors in a prompt, courteous and helpful manner. At each patient encounter, responds promptly to patients¿ needs and listen with empathy both in person and on the telephone. The coordinator will courteously assist the patient while never compromising the dignity of the patients surgical and financial needs.
• Adapts work schedule to meet the needs of the practice and works additional hours as requested to maintain adequate coverage for the practice. Clocks in at designated start time. Manages time efficiently to prevent unapproved overtime.
• Performs assignments with efficiency and accuracy in a positive manner. May be required to provide cross coverage within the Physician Services Division.

This is a full time position.

We are actively interviewing for immediate hire. Only SERIOUS candidates apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45, $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Customer Service: 1 year (Preferred)
• Computer Skills: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person