Surgical Coordinator - Orthopedics - Physician Practice

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- Orthopedics
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Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

At Hackensack Meridian Health, we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we support one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are considered team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support each other and serve our community.

Together, we keep improving — advancing our mission to transform healthcare and lead positive change.

The Surgical Coordinator is responsible for coordinating all aspects of tests, procedures, and surgeries.

• Travel required to our four offices:
  Paramus, Franklin Lakes, Montvale, North Bergen. Travel will be based on the provider's schedule.
• Hours are flexible: either 8:30am-5:00pm or 9:00am-5:30pm.

• Coordinate all aspects of tests, procedures, and surgeries under the supervision of the Practice Supervisor or Manager and physicians.
• Schedule procedures promptly and politely, following facility guidelines, and ensure proper equipment is ordered.
• Verify patient demographics, insurance information, and obtain preauthorization.
• Coordinate procedure appointments with physicians, communicate with patients about appointments and preparations.
• Arrange for co-surgeons or assistants, and cross-schedule with other departments as needed.
• Ensure pre-op procedures are followed, including documentation, scheduling pre-surgery appointments, obtaining medical clearance, and coordinating pre-admission testing.
• Maintain block time guidelines at hospitals.
• Coordinate postoperative care under the provider's direction.
• Obtain billing information, work with coding to ensure proper codes, and reconcile surgical charges.
• Track all procedures, testing, and pathology results.
• Provide excellent customer service, greet patients courteously, respond promptly to needs, and assist with dignity and empathy.
• Display cooperative interactions, accept responsibility, and adapt work schedules as needed.
• Participate in surgical service meetings and adhere to organizational standards.

Required:

• High School diploma or GED, plus two years of related experience.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt.

Preferred:

• Two years of experience in a medical office.
• Proficiency in medical terminology and HIPAA guidelines.
• Surgical coding knowledge (CPT and ICD-10).
• CPR certification.

If you believe this role matches your strengths, please apply today!

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Healthcare Provider
• Industries:
  Hospitals and Healthcare