Ophthalmic Surgery Coordinator — Patient Scheduling

Socket.dev; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

401(k)

PTO and holidays

Career growth

Job summary

Socket.dev in Washington, DC is seeking an Ophthalmic Surgical Coordinator to manage pre-operative preparations and coordinate care, with occasional travel to Rockville. The role emphasizes patient education, scheduling, and liaison duties across the care team.

The OCS will educate patients on available resources, assist with financial counseling, and ensure smooth operation of surgical workflows. Rockville training will be provided, and a strong healthcare background is essential.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years in a healthcare setting required.
• 2+ years in surgical or scheduling coordination, ophthalmology preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Detail-oriented with good decision-making abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as main liaison among patient, practice, physicians, and facility throughout the surgical process.
• Comply with all procedures, policies, and regulations.
• Educate patients about resources and what to expect during visits.
• Handle patient communications via phone, email, and fax.
• Coordinate documentation and gather medical information for procedures.
• Perform other assigned tasks.

Skills

Surgical scheduling

Healthcare experience

Ophthalmology knowledge

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Job description

Socket.dev in Washington, DC is seeking an Ophthalmic Surgical Coordinator to manage pre-operative preparations and coordinate care, with occasional travel to Rockville. The role emphasizes patient education, scheduling, and liaison duties across the care team.

The OCS will educate patients on available resources, assist with financial counseling, and ensure smooth operation of surgical workflows. Rockville training will be provided, and a strong healthcare background is essential.