Ortho Surgical Coordinator: Master Scheduling & Care

Hackensack Meridian Health; North Bergen (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Surgical Coordinator to manage all aspects of tests, procedures, and surgeries in a hospital setting. You will schedule surgeries, verify patient details, secure precertifications, and coordinate with physicians and departments to ensure smooth patient flow.

This role emphasizes teamwork, excellent customer service, and adherence to surgical documentation and billing processes, with opportunities to support diverse care teams across the system.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED plus two years of related experience.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills required.
• The ability to learn quickly and adapt in a changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates all aspects of tests, procedures and surgeries under supervision.
• Schedules procedures promptly and ensures proper equipment is available.
• Verifies patient demographics and insurance information, secures precertification.
• Communicates appointments and prep instructions to patients.
• Keeps track of surgeries, charges, and pathology results while ensuring patient dignity.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Surgical Coordinator to manage all aspects of tests, procedures, and surgeries in a hospital setting. You will schedule surgeries, verify patient details, secure precertifications, and coordinate with physicians and departments to ensure smooth patient flow.

This role emphasizes teamwork, excellent customer service, and adherence to surgical documentation and billing processes, with opportunities to support diverse care teams across the system.