Job ID: 3261-Surgical Coordinator
About the role
Surgery Coordinators ensure all aspects of scheduling surgery, including facilitating post-op appointments, obtaining necessary clearances, communicating with ASC, obtaining patient signatures when needed, and providing patient education on premium lenses as well as what to expect before, during, and after surgery. This position also works directly with our financial team to obtain appropriate insurance authorizations and advise patients of any financial responsibilities. They are the liaison between the patient and clinical staff for all surgical patients and will focus on building the relationships with patients investing in Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
Essential Job Functions
- Maintain a customized, concierge level of customer service for our surgical patients.
- Educate patients on surgical procedures, appropriate lens options and pricing based off physician recommendations, and explain how these options fit with the patient’s lifestyle goals.
- Works with the financial team to ensure they have the appropriate information needed to obtain insurance authorizations and collect any patient financial responsibilities.
- Aids patients with setting up payment plans, and collects all co-pays, co-insurances, surgical deposits, and full amounts.
- Stay in constant communication with the patient of any insurance or scheduling updates.
- Schedules all ASC surgeries, preoperative, and post-operative appointments according to physician scheduling protocols.
- Congnrols all financial and scheduling paperwork prior to surgery.
- Supports front office PCR positions on an as needed basis.
Competencies
- Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Demonstrated knowledge of material, methods, instruments, and equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations.
- Must be able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
- Ability to multi-task, work in a fast-paced environment and manage time accordingly to meet deadlines and requirements of the organization.
- Ability to follow instructions, work well with others and alone with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrated knowledge of medical and surgical terminology.
- Demonstrated professional mannerism and attire.
- Demonstrate ability to counsel and educate patients surgical procedures and lens options.
Education and Experience
- High school diploma.
- Prior experience in customer service.
- Must be able to work under pressure and respond to patient requests in a positive manner.
- Associate’s degree (preferred).
Position Type
This is a full-time position Monday - Friday, located in Summerville, SC
Travel
Travel to other office locations will be required as needed.
Benefits
- 401(K) Company Match
- Medical and Dental Insurance
- Vision Benefits
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Pet Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Continuing Education
- Paid Time Off