SURGERY SCHEDULING COORDINATOR

StrideCare; Virginia, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

StrideCare is seeking a Surgery Scheduler Coordinator to manage and coordinate surgical procedures, verify insurance and authorizations, and ensure all documentation is complete. You will communicate pre-operative instructions to patients and work closely with surgeons, hospitals, and the clinical team to support an efficient scheduling process and a positive patient experience.

The role requires strong organization, multitasking, and communication skills, with a high school diploma and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; medical scheduling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule surgical procedures with patients, surgeons, and hospitals.
• Verify insurance benefits and obtain prior authorizations as needed.
• Maintain records of pre-certifications and authorizations; keep patients informed of progress.
• Prepare cost estimates and provide information on sedation, anesthesia, and post-op instructions.
• Schedule post-operative visits and ensure patients meet pre-op requirements.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Collaborative with patients and staff

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Job Summary

The Surgery Scheduler Coordinator manages and coordinates surgical procedures, verifies insurance and authorizations, ensures required documentation is complete, and communicates pre-operative instructions to patients. This role works closely with clinical staff to support an efficient scheduling process and a positive patient experience.

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule surgical procedures with patients, surgeons, and hospitals.
• Verify insurance benefits and obtain prior authorizations as needed.
• Maintain records of pre-certifications and authorizations; keep patients informed of progress.
• Prepare cost estimates and provide information on sedation, anesthesia, and post-op instructions.
• Schedule post-operative visits and ensure patients meet pre-op requirements.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Required Skills / Abilities

• Strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with patients and clinical staff.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Experience in medical scheduling preferred.

*StrideCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workforce. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
• Manual dexterity required for operating office equipment (e.g., computers, phones, fax machines).
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds occasionally.
• Visual acuity is required to perform tasks involving computer screens and paper documents.
• Ability to move around the office to access files, office machinery, and other equipment.