Orthopedic & Spine Surgical Care Coordinator

South Texas Spine and Surgical Hospital; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

South Texas Spine and Surgical Hospital is seeking a Surgical Coordinator to support orthopedic, spine, and pain management practices. The role includes preparing patients, assisting with in-clinic procedures, and ensuring smooth clinic flow with accurate documentation.

You will coordinate care across specialties, prepare charts with imaging, and support prescriptions and prior authorizations as needed, in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is 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 histories and pain scores.
• Assists with in-office procedures such as joint injections and wound care.
• Performs vital signs, medication reconciliation, and pre-procedure checklists.
• Ensures exam and procedure rooms are stocked with orthopedic supplies.
• Coordinates patient flow to support high-volume clinics.
• Escorts patients, provides post-visit instructions, and schedules follow-ups.
• Documents clinical information in the EHR with emphasis on pain and ortho findings.

Skills

Clinical coordination

Patient care

Medical documentation

EMR proficiency

Communication skills

Mobility assistance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant or equivalent preferred

Tools

Athena EMR

Job description

South Texas Spine and Surgical Hospital is seeking a Surgical Coordinator to support orthopedic, spine, and pain management practices. The role includes preparing patients, assisting with in-clinic procedures, and ensuring smooth clinic flow with accurate documentation.

You will coordinate care across specialties, prepare charts with imaging, and support prescriptions and prior authorizations as needed, in a fast-paced outpatient setting.