POSITION SUMMARY

The Surgery Coordinator assumes responsibility and accountability for the surgery patient during all phases of the surgery process in collaboration with the physicians and other departments of the practice. Generates and coordinates the necessary information and arrangements for patient surgery. While this position is primarily in Branford, CT, you will be required to spend 25% of your time in Orange to cover vacations etc. Also training for this important role is in Waterbury, CT.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Meets with patient and dispenses surgery information. Explains treatment procedures, and physicians' instructions to patients.
• Main conduit of information 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.
• 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. Understands and accepts responsibility to report potential or suspected errors to the Supervisor or Compliance Officer.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Communication - Ability to communicate effectively with others using good listening skills and the spoken word. Ability to write clearly and concisely using good grammar and spelling.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the details of a project or task.
• Initiative - Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal. Desire to excel, attempting non-routine tasks.
• Judgment - The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Patience - Ability to act calmly under stress and strain.
• Team Player –The ability to work with others and independently toward a common goal. Puts aside own individual needs to work toward the larger group objective and reinforces the contribution of others.
• Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
• Essential Job Functions - Ability to perform the Essential Job Functions of this position.
• SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)

Experience: Six months to one year related experience

Computer Skills: Able to navigate between screens: able to accurately enter data.