Surgical Counselor - Coastal Eye Care

Tenet Healthcare Corporation • Ellsworth, ME

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Assists patient with all aspects of pre-operative preparations to promote patient confidence in their medical care and to make the surgical experience as smooth as possible. Acts as a liaison between the office, surgical facility, patient and primary care physician. Fuel your passion for patient-centered care and elevate your medical career in our thriving physician office. Join our collaborative team, where every day brings new opportunities to make a meaningful impact on the well-being of our community. At Tenet Physician Resources, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. Tenet Physician Resources (TPR) provides the ability for physicians to focus on what matters most - compassionate care to the communities we serve - while we manage the day-to-day operations. TPR offers a wide range of opportunities for professionals to meet career expectations at every stage of life. Practices employ physicians, medical assistants and administrative staff to work in environments with advanced medical equipment, robust data and technology.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of experience in a surgical specialty practice.

Nice To Haves

• Some college
• Ophthalmology experience.

Responsibilities

• Educates patient regarding surgical options as per surgeon’s recommendations.
• Reviews surgical estimate regarding out-of-pocket co-pays/deductibles, as well as cash pay pricing for elective refractive procedures.
• Informs patient of financing options and assists with enrollment, as needed.
• Acts as an effective liaison between the patient, surgeon, primary care physician, and the surgical facility in all aspects of pre-operative preparations.
• Schedules all patient surgeries and pre-operative appointments, including those with the surgical facility, ophthalmologist, or technician.
• Scheduled post-operative appointments.
• Collects all pertinent information for upcoming surgery, such as bookings, insurance, H&P, signed consent forms, and transfers to surgical facility.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED