IR Coordinator

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Jackson, MS, is seeking a Coordinator-Surgery to provide essential support during surgical procedures and enhance patient flow coordination. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in a physician practice or possesses in-depth knowledge of surgery coordination. Responsibilities include effective communication with staff, maintaining accurate records, and performing clerical duties. Certification requirements include BLS within the first two weeks of hire.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of physician practice experience or in-depth understanding of surgery coordinating process.
• Effective communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Legible writing and accurate recording of information.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates patient flow by following established scheduling procedures.
• Uses information systems for maintaining records, correspondence and reports.
• Communicates accurately with staff and patients to facilitate workflow.

Skills

Communication

Patient coordination

Record-keeping

Technical surgical assistance

Education

Additional business/college courses

Tools

Windows

Excel

Access

Job description

Overview

Coordinator-Surgery

Job Code: 22503

FLSA Status

Job Family

ADMIN SUPPORT

Job Summary

Coordinates with physicians, physician office staff, other departments and surgery staff when applicable to provide a patient focused environment. Provides coordination of patient flow by following established scheduling procedures and protocols. Performs clerically assigned support activities. Performs other duties as assigned. Educates staff on casting and documentation. Assists with education on orthopedic initiatives. Handles instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. Assists surgical team during operation/procedure by arranging, inventorying, and maintaining sterile set up for operation, and passes items as needed. Assists in preparation of surgical suite, moving patients, and in cleaning. Provides aid in exposure, homeostasis, and other technical functions that will help the surgeon carry out safe operation with optimal results for the patient within standards performs other duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides coordination of patient flow by following established scheduling procedures and protocols. Assists in performance of procedures for the surgical patient in a manner consistent with established policies and procedures.
• Competently uses the BMG information and telecommunication systems to maintain records, correspondence, and reports to facilitate timely communication and accurate documentation.
• Communicates with staff and customers by maintaining, receiving, conveying and recording information accurately. provides and utilizes equipment and supplies based on patient needs in a safely and adequate manner.
• Maintains files, records, supplies and equipment in an accessible order and current condition to assure continuous workflow.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience

Minimum Required: 3 years plus physician practice experience/ OR In depth understanding of surgery coordinating process.

Education

Minimum Required: Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties.

Preferred/Desired: Additional business/college courses preferred.

Training

Special Skills

Minimum Required: Ability to use personal computer programs, i.e. windows, excel, access.

Preferred/Desired: Knowledge of medical terminology & various types of surgeries preferred.

Licensure

Description: OPA-C/ SA-C

Minimum Required: BLS certification within 14 days of hire date