Surgical Coordinator

This position is responsible for the successful completion of the surgical scheduling process for patients requiring elective endoscopy procedures at Sturdy memorial Hospital. Required Skills/Qualifications/Training/Experience: Three to five years previous experience in medical office. Command of verbal and written English; positive interpersonal communication skills and good organizational skills. Understanding of referral and prior authorization process. Demonstrates strong organizational skills Able to work collaboratively with surgeons, the hospital surgical schedulers, and the PCP’s office staff Ability to effectively communicate with patients Preferred Skills/Qualifications/Training/Experience: Knowledge of medical terminology Computer skills Knowledge of physician appointments and schedule management. Ability to work independently Educational Requirements: High school graduate or equivalent; two year Associates degree or equivalent experience. License/Certification: N/A Age Specific Criteria: Ability to effectively communicate to all age levels served within the scope of the position/assigned areas. Ability to Meet Job Performance Expectations: Must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the workplace, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Report to: Practice Manager Sturdy Memorial Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. There is no discrimination because of race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability. Existing Sturdy Employees – please use this link to search and apply for jobs. https://wd5.myworkday.com/sturdymemorial/d/task/3005$4482.htmld Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that’s unique about our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to success, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it’s our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hardworking, curious, trustworthy, humble and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in our area.