Surgical Scheduler

Horizon Family Medical Group is looking for a Surgical Coordinator to work in one of 2 offices in Orange County NY in Cornwall and Newburgh.

Job Qualifications

• Friendly demeanor.

Good Communicator

Bilingual Spanish Preferred but not Essential

• Attention to detail.

• Team player.

• Can work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Job Details • Salary is commensurate with experience. • Office hours are generally 9-5 Monday through Friday

JOB DESCRIPTION:POSITION: Surgical Coordinator / Surgical Counselor

JOB SUMMARY: Education And Experience This individual is responsible for assisting the patient with all aspects of pre-operative preparations in order to promote patient confidence in their medical care and to make the surgical experience as smooth as possible; acts as a liaison between the office, surgical facility, patient and primary care physician. • High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred. • Two years experience in a surgical specialty practice, ophthalmology preferred. • C.O.A. is helpful. Essential Skills And Abilities • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • A strong organization with an attention to detail. • Analytical problem-solving skills. • Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines. • Ability to work independently and as a team member. • Demonstrated computer literacy. • The capability of meeting patient surgical scheduling volumes as established by the lead technician.

Responsibilities • Acts as an effective liaison between the patient, surgeon, primary care physician, and the surgical facility in all aspects of pre-operative preparations. • Schedules all patient surgeries and pre-operative appointments, including those with the patient’s primary care physician, surgical facility, ophthalmologist or technician. • Schedules post-operative appointments as appropriate. • Arranges patient transportation if necessary. • Notifies patients of all scheduled appointments. • Sends appropriate H&P forms, labs, EKGs, and radiology needs to primary care physician. • Collects all pertinent information for upcoming surgery, such as bookings, lens orders, insurance, H&Ps, and signed consent forms, and transfers to the surgical facility. • Answers all telephone inquiries from patients, their families, or primary care physicians concerning surgery and/or related concerns. • Contacts patients two days prior to surgery advising them about their arrival time at the hospital, answering any questions, and reminding them of any changes in their medications. • Performs other tasks as assigned