Surgery Coordinator - Thoracic Surgery

Position Purpose

The Surgery Coordinator serves as the primary point of coordination for patients undergoing thoracic surgical procedures. This role is responsible for managing surgical scheduling, coordinating pre- and post-operative care, communicating with patients and healthcare providers, and ensuring all required documentation is complete for a seamless surgical experience.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Growth Opportunities
• Relocation Assistance Available
• Health and Well-Being Benefits
• Paid Leave Accruals and Cash Out Opportunities
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement/Scholarships for full-time employees
• Employee Identity Theft Protection
• On-site daycare exclusive to our employees’ children of all ages
• On-site Wellness Center with fitness classes, personal training, indoor pool, racquetball, and basketball courts
• Career Growth and Development Programs
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness program eligibility

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of surgical scheduling, including surgeon, surgical assistant, operating room, and patient scheduling.
• Arrange and coordinate pre-operative testing, preparation, and post-operative follow-up appointments.
• Serve as a liaison between patients, surgeons, hospitals, referring providers, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Cook up referrals and assist with insurance authorizations and surgery-related billing processes.
• Educate patients regarding their upcoming surgery, including procedure expectations, risks, benefits, recovery, and follow-up care.
• Ensure all required documentation is complete and accurate, including informed consent, sterilization consent (when applicable), and verification of advance directive status.
• Maintain accurate patient records and support efficient clinic operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Licensure: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience in a healthcare office setting, including scheduling, surgical coordination, and/or insurance authorizations.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology and surgical procedures.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to reach above and below shoulder level, lift, bend, kneel, squat, stand, walk, and sit throughout the scheduled workday.
• Ability to use a computer, electronic medical record, and telephone for approximately 90% of the workday.
• Duties involve possible, but not routine, exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.

About Us

Kingman Regional Medical Center (KRMC) is the largest healthcare provider and the only remaining not-for-profit hospital in Mohave County, Arizona. As a 235-bed multi-campus healthcare system, our medical center includes more than 1,900 employees, 270 physicians/allied health professionals, and 150 volunteers. KRMC is recognized as an innovator in rural healthcare and teaching hospital. We provide a full continuum of highly technical and specialized medical services to meet the healthcare needs of our community. Year after year the Leapfrog Group has awarded KRMC an "A" Grade for Patient Safety. KRMC has been recognized by Becker's 2025 list as one of the "Top 100 Greatest Community Hospitals" for our dedication to clinical excellence. We strive to provide a culture of safety, integrity, teamwork, accountability, respect and appreciation through recognition, career growth, and employee celebrations throughout the year for all of our staff. Kingman Regional Medical Center is a great place to work. Come join our team!