Surgical Coordinator, Plastic Surgery (Per Diem) (Masphee) at Cape Cod Healthcare

Mashpee, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Surgical scheduling, Medical terminology, Insurance authorization, Electronic medical records, Customer service, Patient check-in, Patient check-out, HIPAA compliance, Data entry, Communication, Interpersonal skills, MS Office

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

· Schedule surgical appointments for the practice · Obtain reports of lab work, X-ray, EKG reports by primary care doctor, cardiologist, etc. and fax to the appropriate facilities · Obtain surgical authorizations in accordance with insurance company guidelines to ensure proper financial clearance · Communicate with referring providers regarding scheduling and completion of surgeries · Check-in and check-out patients as needed; responsibilities will include verifying and obtaining insurance and demographic information, collecting co-payments, and scheduling follow-up appointments · Answers the phone in a timely, polite and professional manner, in three rings or less, directs calls to appropriate persons and takes accurate messages within the electronic medical record · Demonstrate the ability to adjust to unexpected changes to assure that all responsibilities /duties are met during absences or increased patient volumes. · Maintains harmonious and cooperative relations with fellow employees, medical staff, patients and guests · Maintains confidentiality regarding patient information in accordance to HIPAA regulations · Float to front desk for coverage when needed · Ability to float to other MACC practices when required · Perform other work-related duties and activities as assigned or requested · Ability to read, write and communicate in English · High school graduate or equivalent · Experience in a medical office setting including scheduling of at least one (1) year experience or Bachelor’s Degree · Demonstrated excellence in providing customer service · Strong communication and interpersonal skills · At least one (1) year experience with current office technology, proficient with medical computer office applications (Electronic Medical/Health Records, MS Office, etc.) preferred · Medical Terminology knowledge preferred · Typing skills at 30 WPM preferred

Responsibilities

The surgical coordinator is responsible for scheduling surgical appointments, obtaining necessary medical reports, and securing insurance authorizations. They also manage front desk operations, including patient check-in, co-payment collection, and maintaining accurate electronic medical records.