Surgical Coordinator-Bilingual

CarePoint Health•Hoboken, NJ

13d•$20 - $24

About The Position

Hudson Regional Health is a newly unified healthcare network serving Hudson County through four hospitals: Secaucus University Hospital, Bayonne University Hospital, Hoboken University Hospital, and The Heights University Hospital in Jersey City. Together, these hospitals form a single, integrated system with a shared vision—to deliver modern, patient-first care supported by innovation. From robotic-assisted surgery and AI-powered diagnostics to real-time monitoring and precision neurosurgery, HRH is redefining what’s possible in community healthcare. Patients across the region now have access to state-of-the-art procedures and nationally recognized specialists, all within a connected, local network designed to put care first. We focus on the care our patients need most, delivered with precision, innovation, and a commitment to excellence.

Requirements

High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED)
Bilingual English/Spanish required
Electrocardiogram (EKG), vital signs, venipuncture, capillary and injection experience
Minimum of one year of recent experience working in a medical facility as a medical assistant or externship completion in a medical office.
Minimum three to five years of scheduling experience, with one year of experience in a clinical setting, preferably a medical practice.
Knowledge of medical practice protocols related to appointment scheduling.
Knowledge of medical terminology for interpreting physician instructions and patient needs.
Knowledge of confidentiality requirements related to patient information.
Ability to communicate instructions clearly.
Ability to collaborate with all levels of clinicians and staff to meet needs.
Ability to analyze data reports and make recommendations for improvement.

Nice To Haves

GI and GYN scheduling a major plus

Responsibilities

Receives and reviews the Surgical Booking Packet from all Specialists for accurate documentation.
Confirms the receipt of consents for special procedures as required by the different payors.
Ensure that the patients have completed checked off items (journey list, bariatrics, Radiology Breast) as assigned by physicians and insurance.
Coordinates the surgery date with the patient and hospital departments (radiology) according to the doctor’s schedule and block time.
Properly documents the surgical schedule in a clear and concise way and distributes to the doctor and staff as appropriate.
Works with hospital and patients to arrange for PAT’s and medical clearance as needed.
Arrange with other specialties such as GI and plastics when needed.
Assisting physicians with patient care.
Preauthorizes all procedures across all payors.
Provides information to patients regarding clinical services.
Confirms surgical appointments for the next day and relates clear instructions such as fasting, etc.
Submit peer to peer reviews for GI, General Surgery and all other Specialties
Other duties as assigned.