Surgical Scheduling & Care Coordinator

Houston Eye Associates; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays & Paid Time Off

Bereavement Leave

Superior Benefits Package: Medical

Dental

401(K)

Free Life Insurance & LTD

Eye Care Benefits & Optical Discounts

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/H/V

Job summary

Houston Eye Associates is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Office Assistant to support a busy ophthalmology practice. You will triage calls, schedule surgeries, verify insurance, and coordinate patient communications to keep the clinic running smoothly.

The role requires strong organizational, interpersonal, and computer skills, with the ability to work in a team and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Ophthalmology terminology knowledge is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two years medical office experience preferred.
• Knowledge of managed-care issues (Medicare, Medicaid) desirable.
• Basic ophthalmology terminology knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Triage incoming calls and manage patient communications.
• Schedule surgeries and prepare related paperwork.
• Handle patient issues including scheduling, insurance verification and authorizations.
• Follow up on recommendations from on-call physician.
• Manage physician appointment calendar, emails and correspondence.
• Front desk duties: greet patients, check in/out, balance collections, review charges.
• Prepare letters to referring physicians and insurance companies.
• Assist with special projects as needed; scribe for physician when required.

Skills

Medical office experience

Managed-care knowledge

Medical terminology (ophthalmology)

Computer skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Office administration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Houston Eye Associates is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Office Assistant to support a busy ophthalmology practice. You will triage calls, schedule surgeries, verify insurance, and coordinate patient communications to keep the clinic running smoothly.

The role requires strong organizational, interpersonal, and computer skills, with the ability to work in a team and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Ophthalmology terminology knowledge is preferred.