Surgical Readiness Coordinator

OrthoArizona; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Basic Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary Short- & Long-Term Disabilty

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

OrthoArizona is seeking a Pre-Surgical Clearance Coordinator in Glendale to manage patient clearances and coordinate with surgical teams. You will contact patients and clinics to obtain required tests and documents, ensuring timely pre-op clearances.

The role requires EMR proficiency, strong organization, and reliable transportation to travel across sites as needed. Join a leading orthopedic practice focused on exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Receive and manage 30+ flags daily from the surgery scheduler in EMR.
• Complete clearances timely by contacting patients and offices to request documents (clearance letters, labs, X-rays, EKGs).
• Regularly monitor the clearance fax folder for incoming documents.
• Manage calls (up to 10 per patient or office); leave messages, follow up, and handle long hold times.
• Communicate delays in clearances with the patient support team.
• Update patient charts and tracker as clearances are received; follow up if not received by the pre-op date.
• Continuously manage and progress through the task list to ensure all responsibilities are met efficiently.

Skills

Vital signs

Medical terminology

Equipment handling

EMR navigation

CPR certification

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

EMR software

Job description

OrthoArizona is seeking a Pre-Surgical Clearance Coordinator in Glendale to manage patient clearances and coordinate with surgical teams. You will contact patients and clinics to obtain required tests and documents, ensuring timely pre-op clearances.

The role requires EMR proficiency, strong organization, and reliable transportation to travel across sites as needed. Join a leading orthopedic practice focused on exceptional patient care.