Surgical Coordinator for Ophthalmology practice
Job Description
Surgical Coordinator Our busy comprehensive eye care center has a full-time Surgical Coordinator position available. The Surgical Coordinator is responsible for scheduling patients at surgical centers as well as providing instructions to patients regarding surgery. Applicants must have strong attention to detail, time management skills, and be a team player. Benefits (full-time):
Health Insurance Dental Insurance SIMPLE Retirement Savings (Dollar for dollar match up to 3%) Bi-Weekly pay 10 Annual Paid Holidays Long term disability Personal/Sick time Paid Lunch
Responsibilities/Duties:
Prepares all pre-procedure paperwork. Sends information to patients prior to their evaluation. Communicates with surgery centers and transmits all required forms, consents, exam notes, PCP clearance physicals, and PCP referrals. Communicates with PCP offices to obtain clearance physicals and referrals. Works with Billing Office to ensure insurance is active and procedure is covered. Ensures prior authorizations are approved and up to date. Counsels patients by providing information regarding treatment. Calls and speaks with patients and doctors in preparation for procedures and confirms procedures, as well as post-surgery checks. Reviews medications with patients and e-prescribes to pharmacies. Acts as an ambassador for laser vision correction and cataract surgery. Books follow-up appointments. Clearly follows guidelines established by providers. Performs other front desk or scribing duties as assigned. Confirms work is error-free.
Qualifications:
2 years experience as a surgical coordinator, surgical scheduler, or surgery coordinator. High School Diploma or equivalent. Excellent phone etiquette. Ability to learn spreadsheets and word processing programs.
Benefit Conditions: Only full-time employees eligible. Hours per week: 30-39 Work Remotely: No #J-18808-Ljbffr