Surgical Coordinator - SCAP#01

NavitsPartners•New York, NY

3d•$21

About The Position

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking an experienced Surgical Coordinator to support the coordination and scheduling of operating room (OR) surgeries and procedures within a fast-paced healthcare environment. This role is critical to ensuring smooth communication among patients, surgeons, referring providers, and internal departments while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and workflow efficiency. The Surgical Coordinator plays a key role in supporting high-quality patient care through effective planning, documentation, and coordination.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of experience in surgical scheduling or a related healthcare coordination role
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent customer service and patient-facing skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare setting
Strong organizational and time-management skills

Responsibilities

Coordinate and schedule all operating room surgeries and procedures in collaboration with surgeons, providers, and hospital departments
Monitor front office workflow and make real-time adjustments to support efficient service delivery
Verify patient demographics and insurance information for scheduled surgical procedures
Obtain insurance pre-certifications and ensure required authorizations are secured
Coordinate and confirm patient medical clearances prior to scheduled procedures
Serve as a primary point of contact for patients, addressing questions related to scheduling, policies, and procedures
Place surgical confirmation calls one day prior to scheduled procedures
Schedule post-operative follow-up appointments with appropriate providers
Act as a liaison between referring physicians and surgeons to facilitate clinical communication and OR scheduling needs
Collect, process, and distribute surgical documentation to internal and external stakeholders
Accurately record hospital reservations and pre-admission data within the Cerner system
Train, mentor, and support junior scheduling staff as needed
Perform additional duties as assigned to support department operations