Surgery Coordinator, OMP

Olympic Medical Center•Port Angeles, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgery Coordinator coordinates and schedules surgeries and follow-up appointments for multiple providers, performs pre-operative and post-operative data entry, and provides patients with necessary information. This position arranges for referrals to other providers when required, and provides information and education to patients, providers, and insurance companies as needed. The Surgery Coordinator works with Central Access to obtain prior authorization from insurance companies for procedures, diagnostic studies, etc. The surgery coordinator will also provide support and training to office personnel.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Three years’ experience in a medical clinic or hospital
MA-C, LPN, RN, or CPOE required (incumbent will have 12 months to obtain CPOE if necessary)

Nice To Haves

Completion of Medical Assistant certification, LPN, or higher level program preferred
Computerized Physician Order Entry (CPOE) training required with certification completed within 12 months of hire required
Working knowledge of medical/surgical terminology, third-party payor requirements, electronic scheduling systems, and electronic medical record systems preferred
Training as Medical Assistant preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinates and schedules surgeries and follow-up appointments for multiple providers.
Performs pre-operative and post-operative data entry.
Provides patients with necessary information.
Arranges for referrals to other providers when required.
Provides information and education to patients, providers, and insurance companies as needed.
Works with Central Access to obtain prior authorization from insurance companies for procedures, diagnostic studies, etc.
Provides support and training to office personnel.