Surgical Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are looking for a Surgical Coordinator who is responsible for scheduling surgeries for a busy 4 physician plastic and reconstructive surgery practice. Responsibilities include coordinating surgical procedures with multiple hospitals and surgery centers, obtaining authorizations for insurance covered procedures, confirming insurance, collect all surgery payments prior to procedures, scheduling and obtaining pre-operative testing, and collecting necessary documentation for surgeries. This individual works closely with patients, physicians and surgery location to provide accurate, timely and responsive paperwork.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

· Highly organized, proactive, attentive to details and goal oriented.

· Ability to work independently and be self-directed and flexible.

· Ability to prioritize.

· Ability to work at a high-volume level of accuracy.

· Ability to adapt easily to changing conditions and work responsibilities.

· Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.

· Advance understanding of medical terminology and diagnoses knowledge.

· Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

· Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

· Obtains pre-authorizations for procedures as required by insurance companies.

· Oversees, produces, and distributes all surgical and procedural schedules to physicians and departments.

· Collaborates with patients, families, staff, and providers within the office and the greater community to schedule surgeries, pre-op physicals, and testing.

· Coordinates with hospitals and vendors for special cases or circumstances.

· Identifies ways to streamline surgical scheduling process and provides suggestions to managing staff.

· Ensures that electronic systems and scheduling tools are up-to-date and operating smoothly, and immediately contacts appropriate personnel to resolve any issues.

· Ensures documentation is complete to support accurate billing of surgical procedures.

· This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

Prior plastic and reconstructive surgery experience in a private medical office.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

· 401(k) matching

· Bereavement leave

· Free parking

· Health insurance

· Dental insurance

· Vision insurance

· Voluntary Life insurance

· Paid jury duty

· Paid time off

· Retirement plan

Schedule:

· 8 hour shift

· Monday to Friday

Education: Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

· Surgical Coordinator: 2 years (Required)

· Insurance verification/collecting payment: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

· English / Spanish Bilingual (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• what are your salary requirements?

Experience:

• Surgical coordinator: 3 years (Required)
• Insurance verification: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Fort Lauderdale, FL (Required)

Work Location: In person