Surgical Coordinator

New York based office is looking for a Surgical Coordinator

Job Qualifications

• Cool demeanor.
  
• Attention to detail.
  
• Team player.
  
• Can work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
  
• We are looking for someone who is dependable.
  
• Bilingual (Chinese or Spanish)
  

Job Details:

• Salary is commensurate with experience.
  
• Office hours are generally 9-5 (5 Days a week includes Saturdays)
  
• May need to travel between Manhattan and Queens location
  

JOB DESCRIPTION:

POSITION: Surgical Coordinator / Administrative Assistant

REPORTS TO: Office Administrator

JOB SUMMARY:

This individual is responsible for assisting the patient with all aspects of pre-operative preparations in order to promote patient confidence in their medical care and to make the surgical experience as smooth as possible; acts as a liaison between the office, surgical facility, patient and primary care physician.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred.
  
• Two years experience in a surgical specialty practice, ophthalmology preferred.
  

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Strong organization with attention to detail.
  
• Analytical problem-solving skills.
  
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
  
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
  
• Demonstrated computer literacy.
  
• Capability of meeting patient surgical scheduling volumes.
  

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Acts as an effective liaison between the patient, surgeon, primary care physician, and the surgical facility in all aspects of pre-operative preparations.
  
• Schedules all patient surgeries and pre-operative appointments, including those with the patient�s primary care physician, surgical facility, ophthalmologist or technician.
  
• Schedules post-operative appointments as appropriate.
  
• Arranges patient transportation if necessary.
  
• Notifies patient of all scheduled appointments.
  
• Prepares surgery folders and post-op kits.
  
• Collects all pertinent information for upcoming surgery, such as bookings, lens orders, insurance, H&Ps, and signed consent forms, and transfers to surgical facility.
  
• Answers all telephone inquiries from patients, their families, or primary care physicians concerning surgery and/or related concerns.
  
• Contacts patient prior to surgery advising them about their arrival time at the hospital, answering any questions, and reminding them of any changes in their medications.
  
• Performs other tasks as assigned
  

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off
  

Medical Specialty:

• Ophthalmology
  

Schedule:

• Weekends as needed
  

Work Location: In person