Surgical Care Navigator MA

Capyear; Placerville (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Capyear is seeking a Surgical Navigator Medical Assistant to coordinate the full continuum of care for patients undergoing surgical procedures. This role ensures a patient-centered experience from initial consultation through post-operative recovery, serving as a central contact for patients, providers, and interdisciplinary teams.

The position emphasizes timely access to care, surgical readiness, accurate documentation in EMR, and collaboration with insurance entities to obtain authorizations

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant Program or previous Medical Assistant experience preferred.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Minimum two (2) years in clinic, surgical services, or care coordination required.
• Prior experience in care coordination, navigation, or population health preferred.
• Familiarity with pre-operative clearances workflows and post-acute coordination preferred.
• Previous experience with injections, EKG's, medication administration and/or taking vital signs required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, patient/family health education required.
• Basic computer/data entry and electronic medical record (EMR) experience required.

Skills

Organizational skills

Independent and team-based work

Clinical documentation

Verbal and written communication

Friendly demeanor

Insurance eligibility coordination

Education

Medical Assistant Program

BLS Certification

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Capyear is seeking a Surgical Navigator Medical Assistant to coordinate the full continuum of care for patients undergoing surgical procedures. This role ensures a patient-centered experience from initial consultation through post-operative recovery, serving as a central contact for patients, providers, and interdisciplinary teams.

The position emphasizes timely access to care, surgical readiness, accurate documentation in EMR, and collaboration with insurance entities to obtain authorizations