Surgical Coordinator

North Brevard Medical Support•Titusville, FL

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the NBMS/PMG Site Manager, this position is responsible for scheduling and coordination of surgical procedures, obtaining insurance authorizations, tracking pre-operative labs and clearances, submitting all hospital and wound care charges, assisting front office staff with referrals and/or authorizations, and all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
1 year to < 2 years related experience required.

Nice To Haves

Medical Assistant Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Schedules and coordinates all inpatient and outpatient procedures with the PMC OR Scheduler and in the practice EMR system.
Schedules any equipment and/or representatives necessary based on procedure scheduled.
Maintains consistent communication with patients before and after surgical dates to answer any questions and provide excellent patient care.
Obtains all insurance authorizations required for procedures done at the hospital and in the physician’s office.
Tracks all pre-operative labs, along with medical, cardiac, and dental clearances prior to surgery date while meeting the required deadlines of the Operating Room.
Submits all hospital and wound care charges for proper billing.
Works with billing team to assist with any required information from physicians to ensure correct and timely filing.
Assists front office staff with new patient referrals, scheduling and obtaining authorizations for office visits.
Verifies all patients are scheduled for post op visits, home health and/or Physical Therapy as necessary.
If Medical Assistant Certified, may assist with Medical Assistant responsibilities as needed.
Knows fire, disaster and safety procedures and regulations as it pertains to the work area.
Performs other duties as assigned.