Surgical Coordinator

EyeCare Partners; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Bennett & Bloom Eye Centers in Owensboro, KY seeks a Surgical Coordinator to manage surgical scheduling, pre-op education, and coordination with facilities. The role emphasizes patient-centered financial communication and comprehensive care workflow.

Ideal candidates will handle insurance benefits, cost counseling, and payment follow-ups while supporting a collaborative ophthalmology team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience in financial counseling preferred.
• Experience working with insurance preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner.
• Reliable transportation to work at multiple locations.
• Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet business needs.

Responsibilities

• Schedule surgery and pre-surgery education for patients and coordinate with facilities.
• Schedule and coordinate pre-op appointments with patients and caregivers.
• Check patient charts for insurance benefits, prepare cost summaries and counsel patients on finances.
• Counsel patients on Physician Fee and Eye Surgery Center costs and payments.
• Follow up on and collect surgery payments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team-oriented

Patient-focused

Professional communication

Reliability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Job Title

Surgical Coordinator

Company

Bennett & Bloom Eye Centers

Location

Owensboro, KY

Reports To

Manager, Pre-Surgery Services

Department

Ophthalmology

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 caregiver.
• 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 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.

Benefits

• 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.

Eligibility 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.

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.