Surgical Coordinator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Good oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate by telephone and in person with hospital contacts and individuals across age groups and populations.
• Knowledge of medical/surgical terminology and health care accreditation standards.
• Good planning and organizational skills, with strong attention to detail in health care documentation.
• Ability to work accurately and effectively under pressure and to work well with others.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Professional approach to work and a strong sense of responsibility for assigned duties.
• Physical ability to perform the described work, including sitting and standing, light lifting, bending, overhead reaching, and occasional pushing or pulling, kneeling, or ladder climbing.
• Ability to work in a patient-care environment that may involve exposure to chemicals, hazardous waste, communicable diseases, blood, and bloodborne pathogens.

Nice To Haves

• Some college education.
• Associate degree in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, Medical Office Administration, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Compile, verify, review, assemble, and file medical records in standard order and in designated locations and systems.
• File processed laboratory results, pathology reports, and correspondence into patient records after physician review and signature.
• Monitor unsigned medical records, track deficiencies, and follow up with providers about documentation.
• Use the electronic health record system to retrieve data and file signed correspondence and reports.
• Assist with electronic health record maintenance, imaging, scanning, and record-review activities.
• Organize patient records on shelves so they remain accessible to hospital departments.
• Answer calls from clinical staff and handle inquiries from internal teams, outside offices, and patients; relay messages as appropriate.
• Complete, mail, fax, and file physician transcription documentation.
• Process release-of-information requests in compliance with HIPAA, state regulations, hospital policies, and accreditation standards; maintain the confidentiality and security of protected health information.
• Assist with record pulls and prepare files for year-end purging.
• Use computer applications and automated systems, including spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, email, and database software.
• Enter data accurately and efficiently into the electronic health record system and other computer applications.
• Inform patients and physician staff about preparation and instructions for ordered tests and required precertifications.
• Maintain effective communication and cooperative working relationships with medical staff, coworkers, supervisors, and others.
• Follow work-related policies, procedures, safety plans, and regulatory standards; use time, materials, staff, equipment, supplies, and resources efficiently.
• Continuously assess and improve departmental performance.
• Complete orientation and competency checklists and learn new technology and procedures as needed.
• Support the hospital's mission, ethical standards, compliance program, and organizational values.
• Complete relevant continuing education and initial and mandatory training as defined by hospital guidelines.
• Perform other incidental tasks as needed.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off