Surgery Coordinator

Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute•Chesterton, IN

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Surgery Coordinator will work as part of the Orthopedic Team to provide compassionate care and education to our patients suffering from acute and chronic injuries and/or conditions. This is an administrative/educational role that requires collaboration with patients to assist them in navigating the pre-surgical and post-operative processes. Provides daily coordination of surgery with surgical facilities. Coordinates surgery preparation for patients including sending medications, PT, DME, clearances, labs, patient education, pre-operative phone calls, triages post-op phone calls. The ideal candidate for this position has a clinical background as MA, LPN, or RN with a willingness and desire to be part of a fast-paced orthopedic clinic striving for excellence.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Digital literacy.
Must have reliable transportation.
Minimum of (1) one-year medical practice or comparable experience required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with one or more the following preferred: surgery scheduling, familiarity with medical coding, MOD MED.
Ability to send medications, remove sutures, draw up injections preferred.

Responsibilities

Schedule orthopedic surgeries
Follows all surgical pre and postoperative protocols.
Maintain accurate surgical folders and protocols.
Fax and obtain medical clearances prior to surgery.
Receive outside documentation for patient care.
Facilitate medication refills for patients.
Complete prior authorization for medications.
Run INSPECT reports as needed.
Complete diagnostic, therapy and DME orders.
Educate patient and family regarding preop, surgical and post-op care.
Manage and triage patient care concerns.
Exercise initiative, judgement, discretion, and decision making to achieve objectives.
Remain knowledgeable and current with HIPAA, OSHA, and other governmental regulations, while participating in the education and compliance of staff.
Carry out work duties and responsibilities with efficiency and competency.
Crosstrain with other positions in the office to assure seamless patient care.
Other duties as assigned.