Pre-Surgical Clearance Coordinator

An orthopedic practice that is made up of over 70 premier specialists, specializing in sports medicine, joint replacement, arthroscopy, fractures, arthritis, and general orthopedic conditions in adult and pediatric patients. Ortho Arizona offers a wide variety of services that include advanced imaging, physical therapy, diagnostic testing, casting, durable medical equipment, and workers’ compensation.

We are looking for employees who want to work for a fast-growing organization with a strong reputation for providing comprehensive, high-quality musculoskeletal care. We need professionals who share our vision and the commitment to see it through.

We are committed to providing the best benefits options to our employees so we can support their health, wellness, and happiness.

Position:Pre-Surgical Clearance Coordinator

Location: Glendale (West Glendale)

Job :4109

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Pre-Surgical Clearance Coordinator

At Ortho Arizona, we are bringing the best together. Our organization was created to help serve ALL orthopedic and podiatry needs throughout the Valley! We have a wide range of orthopedic surgeons and mid-level providers including physical and occupational therapists.

Today we are one of Arizona’s largest privately owned and most comprehensive orthopedic practices with more than 75 locally and nationally renowned providers across 30 locations, in addition to 2 ambulatory surgical centers and in house state of the art MRI capabilities. At Ortho Arizona we are committed to best-in-class patient care, being a pioneer in research and technology, and most importantly, rewarding and recognizing our employees.

• Receive and manage 30+ flags daily from the surgery scheduler in EMR
• Complete clearances timely by contacting patients to confirm completion of requested tests, PCP/specialists offices to request faxed documents, including clearance letters, labs, chest X-rays, and EKGs to be faxed.
• Regularly monitor the clearance fax folder for incoming documents.
• Manage frequent calls, which may include up to 10 calls per patient or specialist office. Leave messages for clinics, follow up on calls, and handle situations where hold times are lengthy
• Communicate with various members of the patient support team on any delays in clearances
• Update patient charts and tracker as clearances are received, follow up with offices if clearances are not received by the pre-op date.
• Continuously manage and progress through the task list to ensure all responsibilities are met efficiently.

• Willingness to travel across multiple sites.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy.
• Familiarity with equipment and instruments necessary to deliver patient care.
• Knowledge of handling blood products and disposing of contaminated items.
• Knowledge of universal precautions.
• Ability to take vital signs and record results.
• Understand/Perform training on electronic medical record software.
• Continue to expand knowledge of electronic medical record software as updates occur.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current CPR certification.

• Robust paid time off package including, sick time, holidays, & paid time off!
• Medical with multiple different plan options.
• Health Savings account + company contributions.