Surgical Coordination Specialist

Seattle Children's•Seattle, WA

3d•$27 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

For complex surgical events (care coordination beyond surgery scheduling requiring two or more services' expertise) will provide coordination services, beginning with patient family first contact, evaluation and continuation through and after surgical event; may include pre, post and ancillary testing such as scans, consults and coordination of such appointments; will help facilitate access to and provide continuity of care; assist families with addressing/resolving their funding concerns; assist with PCP notifications; provide appropriate interactions with provider team, staff, patients and families to assure smooth transitions throughout the surgical event stages.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience.
Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Surgery Coordinator or equivalent leadership role.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Family Service Coordinator or equivalent clinical reception/coordinator experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of Medical Terminology.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree or at least two (2) years of college coursework in health care or related field.
Significant experience (4 years or more) working with the general public in a health care/customer service environment.
Familiarity with other cultures/bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

Provide coordination services for complex surgical events, starting with initial patient family contact through post-surgical event.
Coordinate pre, post, and ancillary testing such as scans and consults, including appointment scheduling.
Facilitate access to care and ensure continuity of care.
Assist families with funding concerns and PCP notifications.
Interact with provider teams, staff, patients, and families to ensure smooth transitions throughout surgical event stages.