Medical Receptionist / Co-Surgical Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role:

The Glaucoma & Cataract Center of New Jersey is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Medical Receptionist / Co-Surgical Coordinator to join our dedicated team in Livingston, NJ. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a vital role in a specialized ophthalmology practice where your work directly impacts patient care and surgical outcomes. If you thrive in a fast-paced medical environment and love supporting both patients and clinical staff, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Greet and check in patients, manage front desk operations, and maintain a welcoming office environment
• Schedule and confirm patient appointments, follow-ups, and surgical procedures
• Coordinate surgical scheduling with surgical center and surgical team
• Obtain prior authorizations and insurance verifications for procedures and surgeries
• Prepare and manage surgical paperwork, consent forms, and pre-op documentation
• Answer multi-line phones, triage patient inquiries, and relay messages to clinical staff
• Maintain accurate patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems
• Communicate with referring physicians, facilities, and insurance carriers as needed

Requirements:

• Prior experience as a medical receptionist or surgical coordinator preferred
• Familiarity with ophthalmology or specialty medical practice is a strong plus
• Knowledge of insurance verification, prior authorizations, and medical billing processes is necessary
• Proficiency with EHR/EMR (Nextech) systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking skills
• Professional, compassionate demeanor with a patient-first attitude
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Knowledge of WEAVE (patient communication and phone system) a plus

About Us:

The Glaucoma & Cataract Center of New Jersey is a premier specialty practice dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma and complex eye conditions, proudly serving patients throughout the Livingston, NJ area. Our patients trust us for our expertise, compassionate care, and commitment to preserving their vision. Our team members enjoy a supportive, collaborative workplace where their contributions make a meaningful difference every single day.