Surgical Coordinator

New York Eye Institute; Orangeburg (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned eye institute seeks a Surgical Coordinator responsible for pre-operative patient preparation and coordination of surgeries. The role requires excellent interpersonal skills and organizational abilities to enhance the surgical experience for patients. Candidates with surgical specialty experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Two years experience in a surgical specialty practice, ophthalmology preferred.
• C.O.A. is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Acts as liaison between patient, surgeon, and surgical facility.
• Schedules surgeries and pre-operative appointments.
• Collects pertinent information for upcoming surgeries.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

Analytical problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college preferred

Job description

New York and New Jersey Eye Institute is looking for a Surgical Coordinator to work in our 3 offices in NY and NJ in Orangeburg, Middletown, and Clifton.

Job Qualifications:

• Cool demeanor.
• Attention to detail.
• Team player.
• Can work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• We are looking for someone who is dependable.
• Having your own car is a must.

Job Details:

• Salary is commensurate with experience.
• Office hours are generally 9-5 or 10-6 M-F.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

POSITION: Surgical Coordinator / Surgical Counselor

DEPARTMENT: Clinical

REPORTS TO: Office Administrators

JOB SUMMARY:
This individual is responsible for assisting the patient with all aspects of pre-operative preparations in order to promote patient confidence in their medical care and to make the surgical experience as smooth as possible; acts as a liaison between the office, surgical facility, patient and primary care physician.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred.
• Two years experience in a surgical specialty practice, ophthalmology preferred.
• C.O.A. is helpful.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A strong organization with an attention to detail.
• Analytical problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Demonstrated computer literacy.
• The capability of meeting patient surgical scheduling volumes as established by the lead technician.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Acts as an effective liaison between the patient, surgeon, primary care physician, and the surgical facility in all aspects of pre-operative preparations.
• Schedules all patient surgeries and pre-operative appointments, including those with the patient’s primary care physician, surgical facility, ophthalmologist or technician.
• Schedules post-operative appointments as appropriate.
• Arranges patient transportation if necessary.
• Notifies patients of all scheduled appointments.
• Prepares surgery folders and post-op kits.
• Sends appropriate H&P forms, labs, EKGs, and radiology needs to primary care physician.
• Collects all pertinent information for upcoming surgery, such as bookings, lens orders, insurance, H&Ps, and signed consent forms, and transfers to the surgical facility.
• Answers all telephone inquiries from patients, their families, or primary care physicians concerning surgery and/or related concerns.
• Contacts patients two days prior to surgery advising them about their arrival time at the hospital, answering any questions, and reminding them of any changes in their medications.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.