Surgical Coordinator

CarePoint Health Management Associates; Golden Horseshoe; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a detail-oriented Scheduling Coordinator to join their dynamic team. This role involves coordinating surgical bookings, ensuring accurate documentation, and providing essential information to patients. With a focus on patient care and collaboration with various specialties, you will play a vital role in enhancing the patient experience. The organization offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about healthcare and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k with Company Match

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a medical facility as a medical assistant.
• Knowledge of medical practice protocols related to appointment scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate surgery dates with patients and hospital departments.
• Confirm surgical appointments and provide clear instructions to patients.

Skills

Scheduling Experience

Medical Terminology

Communication Skills

Collaboration Skills

Data Analysis

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electrocardiogram (EKG)

Job description

About Us

CarePoint Health is one of New Jersey’s leading health care systems comprised of three long-standing and highly-regarded hospitals – Christ Hospital in Jersey City, Hoboken University Medical Center and Bayonne Medical Center. CarePoint united three area hospitals to provide 360-degree-coordinated care by integrating the medical facilities and physician networks associated with these institutions. With over 3,500 employees, CarePoint is the largest private employer in Hudson County, New Jersey and each year provides care to over 300,000 individuals.

CarePoint prides itself on its patient-focused approach to care delivery, with an emphasis on preventative medicine, health education, and disease management. Leveraging its vast network of physicians and healthcare experts, CarePoint is quickly becoming recognized as a leader in the broader healthcare landscape as it pioneers creative solutions to address urgent population health needs.

What You'll Be Doing

Primary Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Receives and reviews the Surgical Booking Packet from all Specialists for accurate documentation.
• Confirms the receipt of consents for special procedures as required by the different payors.
• Ensure that the patients have completed checked off items (journey list, bariatrics, Radiology Breast) as assigned by physicians and insurance.
• Coordinates the surgery date with the patient and hospital departments (radiology) according to the doctor’s schedule and block time.
• Properly documents the surgical schedule in a clear and concise way and distributes to the doctor and staff as appropriate.
• Works with hospital and patients to arrange for PAT’s and medical clearance as needed.
• Arrange with other specialties such as GI and plastics when needed.
• Assisting physicians with patient care.
• Preauthorizes all procedures across all payors.
• Provides information to patients regarding clinical services.
• Confirms surgical appointments for the next day and relates clear instructions such as fasting, etc.
• Submit peer to peer reviews for GI, General Surgery and all other Specialties
• Other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

Education, Skills and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED)
• GI and GYN scheduling a major plus
• Electrocardiogram (EKG), vital signs, venipuncture, capillary and injection experience
• Minimum of one year of recent experience working in a medical facility as a medical assistant or externship completion in a medical office.
• Minimum three to five years of scheduling experience, with one year of experience in a clinical setting, preferably a medical practice.
• Knowledge of medical practice protocols related to appointment scheduling.
• Knowledge of medical terminology for interpreting physician instructions and patient needs.
• Knowledge of confidentiality requirements related to patient information.
• Ability to communicate instructions clearly.
• Ability to collaborate with all levels of clinicians and staff to meet needs.
• Ability to analyze data reports and make recommendations for improvement.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay• Medical, dental, and vision insurance• 401k with Company match• Generous paid time off• Paid Holidays• Tuition Reimbursement• Advancement and career development opportunities

Influenza Vaccinations are a requirement for employment at CarePoint Health. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date if you are offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical or religious exemption from CarePoint.

CarePoint Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.