Surgical Coordinator

Eye Care Partners Career Opportunities; Elizabethtown (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

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 is seeking a Surgical Coordinator to ensure the financial and surgical communication process is complete for patients undergoing procedures.

You will schedule surgery and pre-op education, coordinate pre-op appointments, verify insurance benefits, prepare cost summaries, counsel patients on finances, and assist with post-visit payments; the role supports the Ophthalmology department and reports to the Manager, Pre-Surgery Services.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience in financial counseling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedule surgery and pre-surgery education; coordinate with facilities.
• Schedule pre-op appointments with patient and/or caregiver.
• Check insurance benefits, prepare cost summaries 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

Team-oriented

Professional communication

Strong initiative

Flexibility

Reliability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Experience in financial counseling preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft 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

This position will require flexibility and a broad knowledge base, with ability to perform any of the below tasks.

• 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

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.