Ortho-Spine Surgical Coordinator

South Texas Spine & Surgical Hospital; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

South Texas Spine & Surgical Hospital is seeking a Surgical Coordinator to support orthopedic, spine, and pain management practices. You will prepare patients for exams, assist with in-clinic procedures, and help with daily workflow to ensure a smooth clinic flow and quality patient experience.

You will document accurately in the EHR, coordinate care across imaging centers and therapy services, and support prescriptions and prior authorizations for orthopedic and pain medications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified Medical Assistant or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in orthopedics, spine, pain management, or musculoskeletal care strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of anatomy, musculoskeletal terminology, and injection procedures is beneficial.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a high-acuity, fast-paced clinic.
• Working knowledge of Athena (EMR) workflows is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for orthopedic, spine, and pain evaluations, including collecting histories, pain scores, mobility assessments, and imaging reports.
• Assists with in-office procedures such as joint injections, trigger point injections, wound care, cast/splint support, and EMG preparation.
• Performs vital signs, medication reconciliation, and pre procedure checklists specific to pain management and orthopedic workflows.
• Ensures exam rooms and procedure rooms are stocked with orthopedic and pain specific supplies (splinting materials, injection supplies, durable medical equipment).
• Coordinates patient flow to support high volume specialty clinics.
• Escorts patients, provides post visit instructions, and ensures follow-up imaging or referrals are scheduled.
• Accurately documents clinical information in the EHR, including pain assessments, injection details, ortho/spine exam findings, and treatment plans.
• Prepares patient charts with imaging uploads, operative reports, and specialty specific documentation.
• Supports prescription refills and prior authorizations for orthopedic and pain medications.
• Communicates with patients regarding mobility needs, pre procedure instructions, and post injection/surgical expectations.
• Coordinates with imaging centers, physical therapy, and DME vendors as needed.
• Provides empathetic, patient centered support for those experiencing chronic or acute pain.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or equivalent

Tools

Athena EMR

Job description

South Texas Spine & Surgical Hospital is seeking a Surgical Coordinator to support orthopedic, spine, and pain management practices. You will prepare patients for exams, assist with in-clinic procedures, and help with daily workflow to ensure a smooth clinic flow and quality patient experience.

You will document accurately in the EHR, coordinate care across imaging centers and therapy services, and support prescriptions and prior authorizations for orthopedic and pain medications.