Surgical Coordinator | Neurosurgery Downtown | Days

Surgical Coordinator | Neurosurgery Downtown | Days Jacksonville, FL $18.00-$20.00 1 month ago Overview Under the supervision of the Department Director, Ambulatory Administrator, or Office Manager, directs, coordinates and facilitates the surgical scheduling activities of all clinic physicians. Utilizes appropriate administrative, financial and operational policies and procedures to facilitate continuity of care for the surgical patient. Acts as liaison between the department and other surgical and financial areas. Responsibilities Coordinates the scheduling of pre-operative appointments to include preadmission testing, history and physical, and other associated tests or services related to the surgical procedure. Instructs patients on administrative, financial and pre-operative processes. Verifies insurance coverage, obtains authorization, submits clinical information as required and communicates with patient, vendors, surgeon and hospital abreast of the surgical plan. Provides excellent customer service for patients/families/representatives and other members of the treatment team. Utilizes the internal surgical scheduling EPIC application and external scheduling processes. Identifies and requests specialized equipment and/or personnel required by the physicians for performance of each surgical case. Reviews reports to determine if procedures authorized match procedures performed. Reviews reports to determine if authorization is required for unscheduled surgeries performed after hours. Prepares reports as requested, educates staff members and physicians in new processes, policies and procedures. Participates as an active care team member in the coordination of patient care. Attends and actively listens and participates in the regularly scheduled Referral Coordinator and/or Surgical Coordinator training sessions and meetings. Required travel: Up to 10% Qualifications Experience: 2 years working in an Ambulatory Healthcare environment required Experience: 2 years customer service required Experience: 2 years working with third party payors (insurance carriers) required Education: High School Diploma or GED required Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Health Care Provider Industries Hospitals and Health Care UFJPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace #J-18808-Ljbffr