Surgical Scheduling & Administrative Coordinator

University Orthopedics; Cranston (RI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University Orthopedics in Cranston, RI seeks an Administrative Assistant/Surgical Coordinator to schedule surgical cases, coordinate patient care, and manage calendar and communications.

You will review patient history, handle preoperative testing, obtain authorizations, and train front desk staff. Strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office and EMR are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Excellent telephone manner and communication with patients and coworkers.
• Strong organizational skills to coordinate patient-care activities.

Responsibilities

• Schedule surgical cases and coordinate OR sessions.
• Review patient history and medications to determine preoperative testing or education.
• Ensure accurate patient registration and scheduling, including codes.
• Obtain referrals and pre-authorizations for procedures or surgeries.
• Train and support front desk staff and other Admins as needed.
• Communicate patient arrival, pre- and post-op instructions, and appointments required.

Skills

Administrative skills

Organizational skills

Telephone skills

MS Office

EMR systems

Confidentiality

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

EMR/Practice Management Systems

Job description

University Orthopedics in Cranston, RI seeks an Administrative Assistant/Surgical Coordinator to schedule surgical cases, coordinate patient care, and manage calendar and communications.

You will review patient history, handle preoperative testing, obtain authorizations, and train front desk staff. Strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office and EMR are required.