Surgical Coordinator

Job Title: Surgical Coordinator
Location: NYC, NY
Duration: 03 months Contract
Schedule: 9:00A - 5:00P (Mon - Sat)
Hourly rate: $21/hour on W2 (Negotiable)

• Coordinate all OR surgeries and procedures.
• Monitor front-office workflow and make adjustments to ensure optimal service delivery.
• Verify patient demographics and obtain insurance pre-certification for all surgeries and procedures.
• Obtain required patient medical clearances.
• Address patient questions and resolve issues related to policies and procedures.
• Place surgical confirmation calls one day prior to scheduled surgeries/procedures.
• Schedule post-operative follow-up appointments with providers.
• Serve as a liaison between referring physicians and surgeons to facilitate clinical communication and OR scheduling.
• Train and mentor Surgical Scheduling Coordinators and less senior staff within the unit.
• Collect and distribute required paperwork to internal and external parties involved in surgical coordination.
• Record hospital reservations and pre-admission information in the CERNER system.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Minimum 2 years of surgical scheduling experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service and patient relations skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Surgical Coordinator/Surgical Scheduler.