Surgical Coordinator

Company: Eye Care Partners
Location: Wichita
Posted on: November 1, 2024

Job Description:

JOB TITLE: Surgery Scheduler OFFICE: Grene Vision Group - Webb Rd LOCATION: Wichita, KS JOB SUMMARY: Position requires utilization of clinical knowledge to schedule appropriate procedures/surgeries per provider's orders. The Surgical Scheduler must schedule office based and hospital procedures consistent with the patient's diagnosis and procedure request. Also requires excellent customer service skills with patients, employees, and the public. The Surgical Scheduler must be able to respond to both written and oral correspondence regarding scheduling changes/cancellations in a timely, accurate manner. Individual must be organized, and be able to manage demanding workload with accuracy. Benefits: Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance 401k + Employer Matching Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Competitive Base Pay Paid Maternity Leave Optical Education Reimbursement DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Schedules office- and hospital-based medical procedures for patients with appropriate provider and time/location slot, utilizing appropriate scheduling code. Schedules diagnostic and imaging tests to be completed at PMG. Schedules office and hospital based medical procedures, tests and imaging ensuring available time is utilized to maximum efficiency. Interfaces with appropriate vendor staff to ensure all necessary equipment will be on site for office and hospital based procedures, including scheduling with contracted anesthesia groups. Interfaces with appropriate hospital staff to ensure a cohesive working relationship in providing patient care serves. Enters notes/special instructions needed for scheduling in the electronic medical record. Effectively utilizes clinical knowledge when determining if appointment is consistent with the diagnosis/indications indicated by the provider. Completes accurate documentation of informed consent with patients for procedures and surgeries as needed. Provides accurate, detailed information to patients regarding test preparations, time of patient's scheduled arrival, and any other directional information needed; takes appropriate action in responding to questions from patients. Confirms patient's insurance provider and either obtains prior authorization or communicates need for prior authorization to appropriate parties as needed. Ensures patients have proper medical clearance and pre-surgical testing as needed. Completes pre-procedure phone calls and confirms appointment times with patients via telephone. Ensures completion of assessment for advance directive, including DNR when applicable. Reviews discharge instructions with patients and ensures proper follow-up appointments are scheduled at the time the procedure is scheduled. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that organizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Assists other members of the department as needed. Other duties as assigned. 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 If you need assistance with this application, please contact [phone removed]. Please do not contact the office directly - only resumes submitted through this website will be considered. EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered foremploymentwithout attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status Employment Type: Full Time

Keywords: Eye Care Partners, Hutchinson , Surgical Coordinator, Healthcare , Wichita, Kansas