Surgical Care Coordinator: Patient Advocate & Scheduler

Methodist Health System; Mansfield (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Matched retirement plan

Employee wellness program

Job summary

Methodist Medical Group is seeking a Surgical Coordinator to serve as the primary patient point of contact through the surgical pathway. You will manage patient flow from registration and insurance verification to surgeon consultation and surgical clearance, submitting all necessary documents to insurers and coordinating care across facilities.

The role emphasizes strong communication, teamwork, and a patient-centric approach, with responsibilities spanning scheduling, pre-authorizations,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certified Medical Assistant credential required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Superior oral and written communication skills.
• Strong process orientation.
• Ability to interface with multiple departments and work in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Communicate clearly and openly.
• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment.
• Be accountable for your performance.
• Improve the patient experience.
• Participate in professional growth.
• Be engaged and build a winning team.
• Review patient registration for completeness.
• Verify insurance and document in EMR; obtain prior authorizations; educate patients on procedures and prep; provide cost estimates; schedule and coordinate surgery across facilities; maintain documentation and communicate with providers.

Skills

Certified Medical Assistant

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Oral and written communication

Process orientation

Interdepartmental collaboration

Patient relationship building

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Methodist Medical Group is seeking a Surgical Coordinator to serve as the primary patient point of contact through the surgical pathway. You will manage patient flow from registration and insurance verification to surgeon consultation and surgical clearance, submitting all necessary documents to insurers and coordinating care across facilities.

The role emphasizes strong communication, teamwork, and a patient-centric approach, with responsibilities spanning scheduling, pre-authorizations,