About RCSD

Retina Consultants San Diego is the oldest and most prestigious Retina practice in San Diego, with concierge-level patient care, high standards for professionalism and quality, advanced imaging modalities, heavy involvement in cutting-edge clinical trials, and exposure to advanced medical and surgical techniques. RCSD has offices throughout San Diego, with our home base in Poway and Satellite offices in La Jolla, Carlsbad, Coronado, and Kearny Mesa. We have four physicians who are leaders in their field and routinely lecture around the country and at national meetings. We are looking for an excellent candidate to join our team. Ideally, we would find a motivated candidate with a strong work ethic, leadership qualities, and high attention to detail. Candidates must work well with others and help us to always prioritize the patient experience.

Surgical Coordinator Position

The Surgery Coordinator assumes responsibility and accountability for the surgery patient during all phases of the surgery process in collaboration with the physicians. Generates and coordinates the necessary information and arrangements for patient surgery.
Responsibilities:

• Meets with patient and dispenses surgery information. Explains treatment procedures, and physicians’ instructions to patients.
• Liaison between patient, the practice, primary care and other physicians involved in the care of the patient, insurance carrier and the surgical facility throughout surgery process.
• Thoroughly screens data obtained for completeness and obtains any additional information that is required. Assures the presence of the operative consent, facility consent, history and physical, all laboratory reports, medical clearance and any other documentation that may be required.
• Arranges for and assures all needed pre-certification and other insurance requirements.
• Process surgery related paperwork including DMV forms, health forms, disability forms, return to work forms, medical records requests.
• Maintains positive attitude consisting of cooperation, self-motivation, courtesy, and professionalism.
• Complies with all practice procedures and protocols.
• Complies with all State and Federal regulations. 

Requirements: 

• Experience working in Surgical Specialties/Surgery. 
• Ophthalmology experience preferred.
• Previous administrative support experience. 
• Prior experience in a healthcare setting. 
• Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Special Skills: Ability to relate to patients through familiarity with medical terminology and triage procedure. 
• Technical Skills: Prior experience with EPIC

Benefits: 

• Competitive salary.
• Paid vacation time.
• Year-end bonus.
• Paid Medical/Dental/Vision benefits.
• 401K Plan.

Work Setting: 

• This is a full-time position from 8 am-5 pm. 
• Monday through Friday.

Compensation Range:

• Based on qualifications and experience
• $24-$28 per hour; nonexempt

For more information about us, please visit our website at www.rcsd.com.