What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgical Coordinator- Full Time (MR) position at Houston Eye Associates?
LOCATION: 2855 Gramercy St. Houston, TX 77025 Some travel required with doctor as needed to other nearby locations.
POSITION SUMMARY
Contributes to the organization by assisting the physician and administration in keeping the medical practice running smoothly and efficiently. Must be well organized and have the ability to work in a team-oriented environment, communicate effectively with patients, physicians and other staff members. This position requires the ability to demonstrate composure and function efficiently while performing multiple tasks. Good communication, interpersonal and computer skills are essential with flexibility in work assignments.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Triage incoming calls, review all phone message and return calls in a timely manner.
Scheduling surgeries and preparing all pertinent paperwork for surgeries by following all established surgery processes.
Handling patients' related issues including but not limited to, scheduling, appointments, insurance verification and authorizations.
Timely follow up on recommendations for patients' seen by on-call physician.
Managing physician appointment calendar, emails and other correspondence.
Responsible for working up patients and presenting surgical consents while in clinic.
If applicable, scheduling, billing and following up on physicians' inpatient hospital visits.
Preparing letters to referring physicians, insurance companies, etc.
Special projects as requested by immediate supervisor, physician or administration.
Scribe for physician when needed.
Qualifications/ Skills Requirements
Preferred: Training in business office activities (required); two years medical office experience (preferred) with knowledge of managed-care issues: Medicare, Medicaid, and 3rd-party payers; basic knowledge of medical terminology (specifically ophthalmologic).
Preferred: Basic knowledge of accounting procedures with strong knowledge/skills in computers.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. Must be able to push, pull, bend, twist, and reach. Use care and proper judgment when lifting or carrying items ensuring to utilize proper posture and body mechanics. Even though the weight lifted may only be a negligible amount, a job is in this category when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
Classified as having occupational exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens.
Exposure to communicable disease
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
We Proudly Offer:
- Continuing Education including JCAHPO & ABOC
- Holidays & Paid Time Off
- Bereavement Leave
- Superior Benefits Package:
- Medical
- Dental
- 401(K)
- Free Life Insurance & LTD
- Eye Care Benefits & Optical Discounts
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/H/V
Qualifications:
COMPETENCIES
EDUCATION High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES N/A
EXPERIENCE Preferred: Training in business office activities (required); two years medical office experience (preferred) with knowledge of managed-care issues. Experience as an ophthalmic assistant (required) and ophthalmic scribe (preferred).