Surgical Coordinator, Physician Group; Days

• 1801 NE 123rd st. North Miami, FL
• Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Monday- Friday
• Miami, FL Full-Time JN Cardiology

Summary

The PG 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.

Education

High school diploma is required.

Skill

Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure. Ability to understand and follow instructions. Ability to exercise sound and independent judgment. Knowledge and skill in use of job appropriate technology and software applications.

Credentials

• Valid license or certification is required as needed, based on the job or specialty.
• Unit Specific Credential

Working Conditions

Physical Requirements - Job function is sedentary in nature and requires sitting for extended periods of time. Function may require frequent standing or walking. Must be able to lift or carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds.

Jobs in this group are required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: extended use of computers, preparing and analyzing data and analytics, and other components of a typical office environment.

Additional information and provision requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by the home unit/department in collaboration with the Reasonable Accommodations Committee (RAC).

Environmental Conditions - Jobs in this group are required to function in a fast paced environment with occasional high pressure or emergent and stressful situations. Frequent interaction with a diverse population including team members, providers, patients, insurance companies and other members of the public.

Function is subject to inside environmental conditions, with occasional outdoor exposures. Possible exposure to various environments such as: communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a hospital and medical office environment.

May wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as gloves or a mask when exposed to hospital environment outside of office. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions.

Additional information and provision requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by the home unit/department in collaboration with the Reasonable Accommodations Committee (RAC).