Surgery Scheduler - No weekends, full healthcare benefits!

Valley Eye Institute; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401k matching

PTO and holidays

Paid maternity leave

Optical education reimbursement

Competitive base pay

Job summary

Valley Eye Institute in Ohio is seeking a Surgical Coordinator to manage scheduling and financial communications for ophthalmic procedures. You will educate patients pre-surgery and coordinate with the Surgical Services Manager and facilities involved.

Responsibilities include scheduling surgeries, pre-op appointments, reviewing insurance benefits, preparing cost summaries, and following up on payments, all while maintaining a patient-focused, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Desire to gain industry knowledge and training.
• Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals.
• Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change.
• Consistently creating a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused.
• Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times.
• Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice.
• Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business.
• Ability to work weekends when applicable.

Responsibilities

• Schedule surgery, perform pre-surgery patient education regarding preparation for surgery and communicate with all associated facilities.
• Schedule and coordinate pre-op appointments with the patient and/or the patient’s care giver.
• Check every patient chart for insurance benefits, prepare a cost summary and counsel patients regarding finances.
• Counsel patients for Physician Fee and Eye Surgery Center.
• Follow up on and collect surgery payments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient-focused

Initiative

Adaptability

Team-oriented

Professional interaction

Reliable transportation

Willing to work 40+ hours

Weekend availability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Company: Valley Eye Institute
Job Title: Surgical Coordinator

Department: Ophthalmology
Reports To: Surgical Services Manager

Deliver excellent patient-centered care by ensuring the financial and surgical communication process is complete for patients having surgical procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Schedule surgery, perform pre-surgery patient education regarding preparation for surgery and communicate with all associated facilities.
• Schedule and coordinate pre-op appointments with the patient and/or the patient’s care giver.
• Check every patient chart for insurance benefits, prepare a cost summary and counsel patients regarding finances.
• Counsel patients for Physician Fee and Eye Surgery Center.
• Follow up on and collect surgery payments.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Desire to gain industry knowledge and training
• Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals
• Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change
• Consistently creating a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
• Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times
• Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice
• Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business
• Ability to work weekends when applicable

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or GED equivalent is required
• Experience in financial counseling is preferred
• Experience working with insurance is preferred

LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS

• Minimum Required: None
  

SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
  

PHYSICAL** REQUIREMENTS

• This role requires a variety ofphysicalactivities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus—is required100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

Perks:

• Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
• 401k + Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Optical Education Reimbursement
• Competitive Base Pay

EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.