What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgical Coordinator, Ambulatory & Physician Services, Full time, Days position at Jackson Health?
Department: Ambulatory & Physician Services
Address: 1611 NW 12th Ave, Miami, Florida, 33136
Shift details: Full-Time, Days
Why Jackson:
Jackson Health System is a nationally and internationally recognized academic medical system offering world-class care to any person who walks through our doors. For more than 100 years, Jackson has evolved into one of the world's top medical providers for all levels of care, no matter if it's for a routine patient visit or for a lifesaving procedure. With more than 2,000 licensed beds, we are also proud of our role as the primary teaching hospital for the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.
Here, the best people come together to deliver Jackson's mission for our diverse communities. Our employees are committed to providing the best CARE by demonstrating compassion, accountability, respect, and expertise in everything we do.
Summary
The Surgical Coordinator is responsible for assisting physicians with the scheduling and authorizations for surgeries including processing of paperwork, medical clearance, and payment. May assist patient with pre- and post-operative instructions.
Responsibilities
- At the beginning of each week provide the physician with his surgery schedule.
- Conduct pre-surgery interview with patient during office visit. Provides patient with pre and post-operative instructions.
- Schedules appointment with patient's PCP to obtain medical clearance for surgery. Fax medical clearance sheets to and sends all paperwork needed by the hospital for scheduled surgeries including admittance and registration paperwork to the admitting department.
- Obtains authorizations for all surgical procedures.
- Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise).
- Performs all other related job duties as assigned.
Experience
Generally requires 1 to 3 years of related experience. Prior surgical scheduling experience strongly preferred.
Education
High school diploma is required.
Jackson Health System is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.
