Surgical Coordinator

Bennett and Bloom Eye Centers•Elizabethtown, KY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Coordinator at Bennett & Bloom Eye Centers is responsible for delivering excellent patient-centered care by ensuring the financial and surgical communication process is complete for patients having surgical procedures. This role requires flexibility and a broad knowledge base, with the ability to perform various tasks related to surgery scheduling, patient education, financial counseling, and payment collection.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required
Favorable result on background check required
Must be able to provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
Frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%).
Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs.
Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology.
Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus—is required 100% of the time.
Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

Nice To Haves

Desire to gain industry knowledge and training
Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals
Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change
Consistently creating a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times
Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice
Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business
Experience in financial counseling is preferred
Experience working with insurance is preferred

Responsibilities

Schedule surgery, perform pre-surgery patient education regarding preparation for surgery and communicate with all associated facilities.
Schedule and coordinate pre-op appointments with the patient and/or the patient’s care giver.
Check every patient chart for insurance benefits, prepare a cost summary and counsel patients regarding finances.
Counsel patients for Physician Fee and Eye Surgery Center.
Follow up on and collect surgery payments.
Other duties as assigned.