Surgical Coordinator

Brown Physicians, Inc.; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a Surgical Coordinator to manage surgical scheduling and patient coordination. This full-time role requires exceptional organizational skills and proficiency in medical terminology, with responsibilities including obtaining referrals and maintaining surgery databases. If you are detail-oriented and have a background in a surgical practice setting, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in a medical-surgical practice setting preferred.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT required.
• Computer literate with working knowledge of appointment scheduling systems.

Responsibilities

• Schedule surgical cases and procedures.
• Obtain pre-surgical referrals and authorizations.
• Maintain and update surgical schedules daily.

Skills

Organizational Skills

People Skills

Medical Terminology

Scheduling

Education

High School Diploma

Graduate of a Secretarial School or College

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Microsoft Office

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Base pay range

$20.00/hr - $24.00/hr

Summary

Functions as the Surgical Coordinator to Brown Surgical Associates with primary accountability to the Practice Manager and surgeons. Primary responsibility is to schedule surgical cases and procedures. Exceptional organizational and people skills are required. This position reports to the Practice Manager.

This is a full-time, 40 hrs./wk. position, supporting the Colorectal division at 208 Collyer Street.

The Surgical Coordinator works with physicians, secretarial and clinical staff to facilitate patient-centered care. Proficiency using computer software, electronic medical records, and practice management systems for surgical scheduling and appointment scheduling. Demonstrates an understanding of the organization, its policies and procedures related practice operations. Displays professionalism while addressing patient issues. Adheres to HIPAA guidelines.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Obtains pre-surgical referrals and pre-authorization as required.
• Reviews financial and clinical paperwork to ensure completion before the scheduled procedure or surgery date and submits clinical and financial information (H&P, Consent, OR Booking Slips) to facility.
• Maintains and updates surgical schedules daily. Coordinates number and length of cases booked per OR session/surgeon preference using block time whenever possible.
• Coordinates pre-admission testing, when applicable.
• Coordinates pre-op office visits prior to surgery, when applicable.
• Obtains medical clearance from primary care physician or other specialty, when applicable.
• Updates provider’s calendar to reflect scheduled surgeries.
• Manages and tracks all operative cases performed by the surgeon and maintains surgery database.
• Calls patients to confirm arrival time, pre-and post-op instructions, and schedules post-op visit appointment.
• Talks with patient regarding patient's deductibles, out of pocket expenses and payments due prior to surgery.
• Provides coverage for practice secretaries as needed.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Practice Manager to meet division needs.
  
  

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma required; Graduate of a secretarial school or college preferred.
• Two years’ experience in a medical-surgical practice setting - surgical scheduling experience preferred.
• Medical terminology required. Knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and third-party billing.
• Computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft office, Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and computerized appointment scheduling systems.
  
  

Working Conditions And Physical Requirements

• Conditions common to a clinical practice environment.
• Employees are required to be vaccinated against Covid as a condition of employment.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  
  

We value a diverse, talented workplace and seek colleagues who strive to better understand systemic barriers as it affects patient care and our academic institutions. Brown Surgical Associates welcomes nominations and applications from all individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, abilities, identities, and backgrounds to enrich our clinical, research, training and service missions.

Monday-Friday, 8:30AM-5:00PM.

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