Surgical Coordinator/Manager

Description

Summary: The Surgical Coordinator / Manager in Ophthalmology manages the end-to-end surgical scheduling process, serving as the operational hub between all parties to ensure efficient throughput. Highlights: 1. Manage end-to-end surgical scheduling process for Ophthalmology 2. Serve as primary patient contact from booking through postoperative period 3. Coordinate prior authorizations and verify benefits for surgical procedures **Date posted:** March 2, 2026 **Pay:** ARS 9,000 \- 12,000 per hour Job description: **Job Title:** Surgical Coordinator / Manager **Specialty:** Ophthalmology (Retina and Cataract) **Reports to:** Office Manager **Position Summary** The Surgical Coordinator is responsible for end\-to\-end management of the surgical scheduling process, including patient coordination, surgeon calendars, facility logistics, insurance authorization, and peri\-operative communication. The role functions as the operational hub between surgeon, patient, ambulatory surgery center (ASC)/hospital, anesthesia team, and payers to ensure accurate, compliant, and efficient surgical throughput. Must have strong English and Spanish language skills. **Core Responsibilities** **Surgical Scheduling \& Coordination** * Schedule surgical cases across ASCs and hospital sites based on surgeon availability, block time, and case urgency * Maintain and optimize surgical calendars; manage add\-ons, cancellations, and rescheduling * Confirm case readiness (documentation, consent, diagnostics, clearances) **Patient Navigation** * Serve as primary point of contact for surgical patients from booking through postoperative period * Provide pre\-operative instructions, expectations, and timelines * Ensure completion of pre\-op testing, medical clearance, and required paperwork * Address patient questions regarding logistics, preparation, and recovery planning **Insurance \& Financial Workflow** * Coordinate prior authorizations and verify benefits for surgical procedures and related services * Communicate estimated patient financial responsibility; coordinate with billing/financial counseling * Ensure CPT/ICD coding alignment with clinical documentation for scheduling and authorization **Clinical \& Administrative Interface** * Liaise with surgeons, technicians, anesthesia, and facility staff to ensure case readiness * Prepare surgical packets and documentation for each case * Track and reconcile surgical case logs and outcomes for operational reporting * Maintain compliance with HIPAA and regulatory requirements **Quality \& Throughput** * Identify scheduling bottlenecks and implement workflow improvements * Monitor cancellation rates, utilization of block time, and turnaround efficiency * Support process standardization across sites **Qualifications** **Required** * 2\+ years in surgical scheduling, care coordination, or healthcare operations * Experience with prior authorizations and insurance verification * Proficiency in EHR/PM systems and surgical scheduling workflows * Strong organizational skills; ability to manage high\-volume, multi\-site scheduling * Clear patient communication and stakeholder coordination skills **Preferred** * Ophthalmology or ambulatory surgery experience * Familiarity with retina, cataract, or subspecialty surgical workflows * Knowledge of CPT/ICD coding basics and payer requirements * Experience coordinating ASC/hospital logistics and vendor interactions **Key Competencies** * Operational precision and follow\-through * Situational prioritization and time management * Patient\-centered communication * Cross\-functional coordination * Process improvement mindset **Work Environment** * Clinical office setting with frequent coordination across ASCs and hospital sites * Standard weekday schedule with occasional early\-morning coordination tied to OR start times **Performance Metrics** * Case scheduling accuracy * Authorization turnaround time * Surgical utilization/block efficiency * Cancellation/no\-show reduction * Patient satisfaction related to surgical coordination Job Type: Full\-time Job Type: Full\-time Work Location: In person Job Type: Full\-time Pay: $9,000\.00 \- $12,000\.00 per hour Work Location: In person