Surgical Scheduling Coordinator - Urology

VillageMD; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401k

FSA

Job summary

VillageMD in New Britain, CT is seeking a Medical Assistant to schedule surgeries across hospital, ambulatory and in-office settings. You will coordinate between patients, providers, insurers, and surgical facilities, and manage pre-admission testing and documentation.

Key duties include communicating prep instructions, entering orders, obtaining authorizations, and maintaining strong professional relationships with staff. Willingness to learn EHRs and practice management systems is essential.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required; Vocational/Technical preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Heart Saver certification within 90 days of hire.
• 1–2 years (or 2–4 years) of related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• English communication and strong interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Schedule hospital, ambulatory, and in-office surgeries.
• Serve as liaison between patients, providers, insurance, and facilities.
• Coordinate surgery dates, times and resources with facilities and providers.
• Communicate surgical details and prep instructions to patients.
• Prepare testing data pre-admission; ensure consents are on site.
• Enter diagnostic tests in orders management system and follow workflows.
• Ensure documentation, preop testing, and clearances are completed.
• Maintain positive relationships with physicians and staff.
• Obtain and verify insurance authorizations and referrals.

Education

High School/GED

Medical Assistant program graduate

Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

English communication

Tools

EHR systems

Practice Management System

Job description

VillageMD in New Britain, CT is seeking a Medical Assistant to schedule surgeries across hospital, ambulatory and in-office settings. You will coordinate between patients, providers, insurers, and surgical facilities, and manage pre-admission testing and documentation.

Key duties include communicating prep instructions, entering orders, obtaining authorizations, and maintaining strong professional relationships with staff. Willingness to learn EHRs and practice management systems is essential.