Patient Care Coordinator

We are looking for a Patient Care Coordinator to support daily front-office and patient-facing operations at a surgery center in Sacramento, California. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is organized, service-oriented, and comfortable balancing administrative responsibilities with direct interaction with patients, families, physicians, and vendors. The role requires strong attention to detail, effectiveness in a clinical setting, and the ability to respond calmly to changing needs throughout the day. Responsibilities: • Manage opening and closing activities for the surgery center to help ensure the facility is prepared for daily operations. • Welcome patients, guests, physicians, and vendors while creating a detail-oriented and supportive front-desk experience. • Maintain secure access to the facility by confirming that visitors and vendors are properly screened and registered before entry. • Enter, update, and retrieve patient demographic, treatment, and insurance information accurately within the appropriate computer systems. • Collect patient copayments and deductibles, reconcile transactions, and prepare daily deposit documentation with accuracy. • Support general administrative operations such as filing, answering questions, preparing forms, organizing records, copying materials, stocking supplies, and assisting with data entry. • Observe lobby and office areas regularly, help keep shared spaces clean and orderly, and escalate facility concerns to leadership when needed. • Monitor safety and emergency alert systems, participate in drills, and assist with urgent situations in the lobby by notifying the appropriate response team. • Provide additional support with medical records, appointment coordination, discharge assistance, and other operational tasks based on the needs of the center. • High school diploma required. • Current training or certification through the American Heart Association is required. • Prior experience in medical reception, patient registration, or admissions is preferred. • Strong computer proficiency with the ability to enter and manage patient information accurately. • Familiarity with medical terminology and healthcare office workflows. • Excellent customer service and communication skills, with a courteous and detail-oriented approach. • Ability to remain calm under pressure, manage competing priorities, and work a flexible schedule based on center needs. • Dependable attendance, punctuality, and a team-oriented mindset with a strong commitment to safety, confidentiality, and high standards of conduct. TalentMatch® Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.