Surgical Coordinator

Premier Orthopaedic Associates Surgicl - Vineland, NJ

Full-time

Vineland, NJ

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Surgical Coordinator at Premier Orthopaedic Associates plays a crucial role in the Occupational Health team, ensuring efficient scheduling and coordination of surgical procedures. This position involves managing patient communications, documentation, and insurance authorizations to facilitate a smooth surgical process.

Responsibilities

• Responds to both written and oral correspondence regarding scheduling changes/cancellations in a timely, accurate manner
• Maintains adequate time allotments for surgical procedures
• Completes accurate documentation of informed consent with patients for surgical procedures
• Provides accurate, detailed information to patients regarding test preparations, medical clearances, pre-surgical testing, and ensures proper medical clearance and pre-surgical testing has been completed
• Confirms patient's insurance provider and obtains prior authorization for surgical procedures in a timely manner
• Books cases in a timely manner with all necessary equipment ordered upon receipt of authorization
• Initiates follow up of medical clearances and PAT's and works with PCP directly to ensure patient is fully vetted for surgery
• Communicates as needed with physicians and other staff about any patient concerns/issues related to scheduling
• Books surgeries based on physician volume maintaining appropriate standard turn-around times
• Obtains referrals as required by insurance plan
• Schedules pre-surgical/post-op appointments as required

Requirements

• Candidate must have a High School Diploma
• Surgical Coordinating experience
• Surgical prior authorization experience
• Candidate should be familiar with EMR