Surgical Coordinator

Overview

Purpose of Position:
To provide surgical scheduling services in a timely and efficient manner in accordance with departmental procedures while providing outstanding customer service to all existing and potential MACC patients.

• 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

16 hrs per week, M-Th 9 am - 1 pm, No weekends & no Holidays

Medical Affiliates of Cape Cod

Massachusetts-Falmouth

MAC-General

Hourly

22.79 - 26.74