Surgery Coordinator

Plano Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Center; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Plano Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Center in Plano, TX is seeking a Surgery Scheduler to join our team. You will be the link between patients, providers, and the surgical team to ensure a smooth, stress-free experience from scheduling through care.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong communication, and HIPAA compliance. You will coordinate preoperative and surgical appointments, organize labs and imaging, and maintain accurate surgeon schedules in a fast-paced healthcare

Qualifications

• Experience: Prior surgery scheduling or medical office experience is a big plus!
• Attention to Detail: You thrive in fast-paced environments and have a knack for staying organized.
• Communication Skills: You’re a pro at keeping everyone informed and feel comfortable interacting with patients and medical professionals.
• Tech Savviness: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with electronic scheduling tools.
• Privacy Matters: A strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and a commitment to patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating and scheduling preoperative and surgical appointments with precision.
• Organizing and following up on lab tests, imaging, and other essential documentation.
• Communicating compassionately with patients and families via phone and email.
• Keeping meticulous records and managing surgeon schedules, including clinical research activities.
• Collaborating with physicians, hospital staff, and vendors to finalize and optimize surgery schedules.
• Ensuring patient charts are complete and prepared in compliance with all protocols.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

HIPAA Compliance

Tech Savviness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the role

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients while supporting a team of dedicated healthcare professionals? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We are seeking a Surgery Scheduler to join our dynamic team. In this crucial role, you will be the key link between patients, providers, and surgical teams, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience for all.

What you’ll do

As a Surgery Scheduler, you’ll be responsible for:

• Coordinating and scheduling preoperative and surgical appointments with precision.
• Organizing and following up on lab tests, imaging, and other essential documentation.
• Communicating compassionately with patients and families via phone and email.
• Keeping meticulous records and managing surgeon schedules, including clinical research activities.
• Collaborating with physicians, hospital staff, and vendors to finalize and optimize surgery schedules.
• Ensuring patient charts are complete and prepared in compliance with all protocols.

Qualifications

• Experience: Prior surgery scheduling or medical office experience is a big plus!
• Attention to Detail: You thrive in fast-paced environments and have a knack for staying organized.
• Communication Skills: You’re a pro at keeping everyone informed and feel comfortable interacting with patients and medical professionals.
• Tech-Savviness: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with electronic scheduling tools.
• Privacy Matters: A strong understanding of HIPAA regulations and a commitment to patient confidentiality.