IR Coordinator

Overview


Coordinator-Surgery


Job Code : 22503


FLSA Status


Job Family: ADMIN SUPPORT


Job Summary


Coordinates with physicians, physician office staff, other departments and surgery staff when applicable to provide a patient focused environment. Provides coordination of patient flow by following established scheduling procedures and protocols. Performs clerically assigned support activities. Performs other duties as assigned. Educates staff on casting and documentation . Assists with education on orthopedic initiatives. Handles instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. Assists surgical team during operation/ procedure by arranging, inventorying, and maintaining sterile set up for operation, and passes items as needed. Assists in preparation of surgical suite, moving patients, and in cleaning. Provides aid in exposure, homeostasis, and other technical functions that will help the surgeon carry out safe operation with optimal results for the patient within standards performs other duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides coordination of patient flow by following established scheduling procedures and protocols. Assists in performance of procedures for the surgical patient in a manner consistent with established policies and procedures.

• Competently uses the BMG information and telecommunication systems to maintain records, correspondence, and reports to facilitate timely communication and accurate documentation.

• Communicates with staff and customers by maintaining, receiving, conveying and recording information accurately. provides and utilizes equipment and supplies based on patient needs in a safely and adequate manner.

• Maintains files, records, supplies and equipment in an accessible order and current condition to assure continuous workflow.

• Participates in ongoing educational activities.

• Completes assigned goals.

Specifications


Experience


Description


Minimum Required: 3 years plus physician practice experience/ OR In depth understanding of surgery coordinating process.


Preferred/Desired:


Education


Description


Minimum Required: Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties.


Preferred/Desired: Additional business/college courses preferred.

Training


Description


Minimum Required:


Preferred/Desired

Special Skills


Description


Minimum Required: Ability to use personal computer programs, i.e. windows, excel, access.


Preferred/Desired: Knowledge of medical terminology & various types of surgeries preferred.

Licensure


Description: OPA-C/ SA-C


Minimum Required: BLS certification within 14 days of hire date


Preferred/Desired: