Surgery Coordinator

Argus Dental & Vision, Inc; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Corpus Christi ENT Sinus & Allergy is seeking a Surgery Coordinator to schedule surgeries, obtain authorizations, and guide patients through their surgical journey, coordinating with physicians, hospitals, and centers.

The ideal candidate is organized, compassionate, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities while delivering excellent patient service. This role offers a collaborative team and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• At least 2 years of medical office experience.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Experience using EMR/EHR systems and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Schedule surgical procedures with hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers.
• Coordinate surgery dates with physicians, anesthesia providers, and facility staff.
• Obtain insurance authorizations and verify patient benefits.
• Schedule and track pre-operative testing, medical clearances, and specialty referrals.
• Educate patients on surgery preparation, arrival instructions, medications, and post-operative appointments.
• Communicate with physicians, nurses, surgery centers, insurance companies, and patients to ensure all requirements are completed before surgery.
• Review surgical schedules for completeness and accuracy.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the EMR.
• Follow up on outstanding authorizations, laboratory results, and required documentation.
• Deliver exceptional customer service while maintaining professionalism and empathy.

Skills

Medical office experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service

EMR/EHR proficiency

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join Our Team

Corpus Christi ENT Sinus & Allergy is looking for a motivated, organized, and compassionate Surgery Coordinator to join our growing team. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys helping patients, coordinating multiple moving parts, and working closely with physicians to ensure a seamless surgical experience.

As the Surgery Coordinator, you will be responsible for scheduling surgeries, obtaining insurance authorizations, coordinating with hospitals and surgery centers, and guiding patients through every step of their surgical journey.

What You'll Do

• Schedule surgical procedures with hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers.
• Coordinate surgery dates with physicians, anesthesia providers, and facility staff.
• Obtain insurance authorizations and verify patient benefits.
• Schedule and track pre-operative testing, medical clearances, and specialty referrals.
• Educate patients on surgery preparation, arrival instructions, medications, and post-operative appointments.
• Communicate with physicians, nurses, surgery centers, insurance companies, and patients to ensure all requirements are completed before surgery.
• Review surgical schedules for completeness and accuracy.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Follow up on outstanding authorizations, laboratory results, and required documentation.
• Deliver exceptional customer service while maintaining professionalism and empathy.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of medical office experience.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Experience using EMR/EHR systems and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

Preferred

• Surgery scheduling experience.
• ENT, surgical specialty, or hospital experience.
• Insurance authorization experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, CPT codes, and ICD-10 coding.

What We're Looking For

Our ideal candidate is:

• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Compassionate and patient-focused.
• Able to remain calm under pressure.
• A strong communicator with excellent follow-through.
• Dependable and accountable.
• A positive team player who enjoys helping others.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Retirement plan (if applicable)
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment

Why Work With Us?

At Corpus Christi ENT Sinus & Allergy, we believe every patient deserves exceptional care from their first phone call through their recovery. Our Surgery Coordinator plays a vital role in creating that experience. If you enjoy building relationships, solving problems, and making a difference in patients' lives, we'd love to meet you.