Coordinator, Surgical Access

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Job Summary

Coordinates the provision of indirect care to patients by demonstrating effective verbal and written communication; accurately and fairly schedules procedures in accordance with unit/hospital policies. Works with patients to ensure all pre-procedural requirements, as determined by surgeons, have been met, including pre-clearances, labs, and imaging. Works with insurance companies to ensure financial authorization for procedures as been obtained in advance of the scheduled procedure. Develops workflow, policies, and procedures in the medical group to support efficient operations of the surgical practice. Trains OR secretarial staff in new/best practice workflows for surgical scheduling, insurance authorization, and patient's surgical clearance.


Qualifications

• High School or equivalent Required
• AA or AS Preferred
• At least six years of prior administrative experience, preferably in a scheduling position within a Hospital or physician’s office.
• At least two (2) years of experience in managing surgical prior authorizations.
• Understanding of medical terminology and strong computer skills required.
• Proven organizational, multi-tasking and interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.

Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.