Surgical Coordinator - Pediatric Surgery - Physician Practice

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Surgical Coordinator to manage the coordination of tests, procedures and surgeries within a hospital or medical office setting.

The role requires strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to learn quickly, and adaptability to a changing healthcare environment. Prior medical office experience and HIPAA knowledge are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent and two years of related experience.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a changing environment.
• Two years of progressive experience in a medical office preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and HIPAA guidelines preferred.
• Surgical coding knowledge (CPT and ICD-10) preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordination of all aspects of tests, procedures and surgeries.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Surgical Coordinator is responsible for coordination of all aspects of tests, procedures and surgeries.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs plus two years of related experience
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills required
• The ability to learn quickly and adapt in a changing environment

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• 2 years of progressive experience in a medical office is preferred
• Proficient in medical terminology and HIPAA guidelines
• Surgical coding knowledge (CPT and ICD-10) preferred
• CPR certification is preferred