Surgical Coordinator

Socket.dev; Elizabethtown (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits

401k + Employer Matching

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Paid Maternity Leave

Optical Education Reimbursement

Competitive Base Pay

Job summary

Bennett & Bloom Eye Centers in Elizabethtown, KY, seeks a Surgical Coordinator to support pre-surgery processes and financial communications for patients undergoing procedures. Responsibilities include scheduling surgery and pre-op appointments, reviewing insurance benefits, counseling patients on costs, and coordinating with facilities.

This full-time role requires a High School diploma, strong communication, and willingness to work beyond 40 hours as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in financial counseling is preferred.
• Experience working with insurance is preferred.
• Strong communication and patient-focused approach.
• Ability to work with multiple teams and locations.

Responsibilities

• Schedule surgery and pre-surgery education; coordinate with facilities.
• Schedule and coordinate pre-op appointments with patient/caregiver.
• Review insurance benefits; prepare cost summaries; counsel on finances.
• Counsel patients on Physician Fee and Eye Surgery Center costs.
• Follow up on and collect surgery payments; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team-oriented

Patient-focused

Professional demeanor

Ability to work under pressure

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

EyeCare Partners is the nation’s leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum. For more information, visit www.eyecare-partners.com.

Title: Surgical Coordinator Company: Bennett & Bloom Eye Centers Location: Elizabethtown, KY

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

Hours

• Full Time
• Our offices are open Monday-Friday 7:30am-5:00pm.
• Your shift will fall within those hours.
• You may need to work earlier or later as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required
• Favorable result on background check required
• Must be able to provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States

Company: Bennett & Bloom Eye Centers Job Title: Surgical Coordinator

Department: Ophthalmology Reports To: Manager, Pre-Surgery Services Location: Elizabethtown, KY

SUMMARY

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

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 of physical activities 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 required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

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.