ASC Support Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Do you want to help people see better, look better, and feel better? We are seeking a Surgery Support Specialist to join our team!

The ASC Support Specialist is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the surgery center and the surgery center nurses.

ABOUT EYE-Q

Consistently ranked one of the top ten “Best Companies to work for in Central California” since 2006. EYE-Q Vision Care proudly serves the California Central Valley. We are a fast-paced, highly complex practice and offer several specialty services to our patients. Our team of ophthalmologists, optometrists, and professional support staff handle all aspects of eye/vision care, from general exams to complex surgeries. We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic, energetic, and passionate about providing excellent care to our patients while treating fellow coworkers with dignity and respect.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with ASC supply needs and restocks
• Maintains knowledge of pre/post-op medications
• Performs administrative duties pertinent to position
• Completes all pre/post-op documentation requirements
• Provides consent forms and obtains necessary signatures
• Brings consent and Advanced Directive issues to the attention of the ASC Manager
• Performs proper break-down and submission of surgical chart and route slips post-op
• Performs chart reviews and preparing charts for the next day cases
• Assists with patient flow and care at time of entry to the ASC and upon return to the PACU until discharge
• Ensures patient has met pre-op requirements
• Reconciles anesthesia records daily to allow billing by anesthesia providers
• Provides patient nourishment post-op under the direction of the PACU RN
• Prints and reviews surgery schedules and patient labels
• Reviews patient charts for appropriate orders, testing, and lenses
• Communicates and provides support for front desk, pre-op, and PACU
• Provides support for nurses, techs, and doctors with various tasks
• Confirms correct lenses are pulled for each case
• Provides discharge instructions for patients
• Obtains necessary signatures for patient forms
• Covers ASC front desk duties when needed

SCHEDULE:

Monday-Friday FT (shift start times could range from 5:30am-8:00am)

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

• Competitive pay
• Ability to apply for internal positions after one year of employment
• Excellent benefits (medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401k, pet insurance, etc.)
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Employee discounts (glasses, contacts, and other cosmetic services)
• Birthday and milestone anniversary gifts
• Employee assistance program
• Employee appreciation events
• Community service and volunteering opportunities

We will review applications until the position is filled. The pay rate will be determined based on skills, experience, and certifications/education.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT EMPLOYMENT AT EYE-Q VISION CARE, OR TO VIEW ALL OF OUR OPENINGS, PLEASE VISIT:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of EHR/EMRs
• Knowledge of common pre- and post-op medications
• Knowledge of common equipment in an ASC, including care and maintenance practices
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flow
• Ability to use or learn computer programs such as Microsoft Excel, internet, e-mail, and NextGen

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma/GED
• BLS certification
• Experience in a surgery center (preferred)