Practice Lead, Surgical Coordinator - Physician Practice

This Surgery position at Hackensack Meridian Health is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Stated compensation: $22.77 Hourly.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $23 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

This position is based in New Jersey.

Key skills and qualifications: Surgical coordination, Medical reception, Insurance verification, Precertification, Patient scheduling, Epic documentation, Medical billing, Customer service. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Surgery role.

Core responsibilities: The Practice Lead coordinates surgical procedures, insurance verification, and patient scheduling while serving as a liaison between practice leadership and staff. They also provide daily operational oversight, manage facility needs, and assist with training new hires.

Benefits package: Health, dental, vision, Paid leave, Tuition reimbursement, Retirement benefits. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.