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Surgical Coordinator-Bilingual
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CarePoint Health System
About CarePoint Health: CarePoint Health is a leading health care system in New Jersey with three hospitals—Christ Hospital (Jersey City), Hoboken University Medical Center, and Bayonne Medical Center. With over 3,500 employees, CarePoint is the largest private employer in Hudson County and provides care to over 300,000 individuals each year.
What You'll Be Doing
Receives and reviews the Surgical Booking Packet from all Specialists for accurate documentation.
Confirms receipt of consents for special procedures as required by the different payors.
Ensures patients have completed assigned items (journey list, bariatrics, Radiology Breast) as directed by physicians and insurance.
Coordinates the surgery date with the patient and hospital departments (radiology) according to the doctor's schedule and block time.
Documents the surgical schedule clearly and distributes to the doctor and staff as appropriate.
Works with hospital and patients to arrange for PATs and medical clearance as needed.
Coordinates with other specialties such as GI and plastics when needed.
Assists physicians with patient care.
Preauthorizes all procedures across all payors.
Provides information to patients regarding clinical services.
Confirms surgical appointments for the next day and communicates clear instructions (e.g., fasting).
Submits peer-to-peer reviews for GI, General Surgery and other specialties.
Other duties as assigned.
Education, Skills and Experience Requirements
High school diploma or GED
GI and GYN scheduling experience is a major plus
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
ECG, vital signs, venipuncture, capillary and injection experience
Minimum of one year of recent experience in a medical facility as a medical assistant or externship in a medical office
Minimum three to five years of scheduling experience, with one year in a clinical setting, preferably a medical practice
Knowledge of medical practice protocols related to appointment scheduling
Knowledge of medical terminology for interpreting physician instructions and patient needs
Knowledge of confidentiality requirements related to patient information
Ability to communicate instructions clearly
Ability to collaborate with all levels of clinicians and staff to meet needs
Ability to analyze data reports and make recommendations for improvement
What We Offer
Competitive pay
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401k with Company match
Generous paid time off
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Advancement and career development opportunities
Influenza Vaccinations are a requirement for employment at CarePoint Health. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date if offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical or religious exemption from CarePoint.
CarePoint Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Surgical Coordinator-Bilingual
role at
CarePoint Health System
About CarePoint Health: CarePoint Health is a leading health care system in New Jersey with three hospitals—Christ Hospital (Jersey City), Hoboken University Medical Center, and Bayonne Medical Center. With over 3,500 employees, CarePoint is the largest private employer in Hudson County and provides care to over 300,000 individuals each year.
What You'll Be Doing
Receives and reviews the Surgical Booking Packet from all Specialists for accurate documentation.
Confirms receipt of consents for special procedures as required by the different payors.
Ensures patients have completed assigned items (journey list, bariatrics, Radiology Breast) as directed by physicians and insurance.
Coordinates the surgery date with the patient and hospital departments (radiology) according to the doctor's schedule and block time.
Documents the surgical schedule clearly and distributes to the doctor and staff as appropriate.
Works with hospital and patients to arrange for PATs and medical clearance as needed.
Coordinates with other specialties such as GI and plastics when needed.
Assists physicians with patient care.
Preauthorizes all procedures across all payors.
Provides information to patients regarding clinical services.
Confirms surgical appointments for the next day and communicates clear instructions (e.g., fasting).
Submits peer-to-peer reviews for GI, General Surgery and other specialties.
Other duties as assigned.
Education, Skills and Experience Requirements
High school diploma or GED
GI and GYN scheduling experience is a major plus
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
ECG, vital signs, venipuncture, capillary and injection experience
Minimum of one year of recent experience in a medical facility as a medical assistant or externship in a medical office
Minimum three to five years of scheduling experience, with one year in a clinical setting, preferably a medical practice
Knowledge of medical practice protocols related to appointment scheduling
Knowledge of medical terminology for interpreting physician instructions and patient needs
Knowledge of confidentiality requirements related to patient information
Ability to communicate instructions clearly
Ability to collaborate with all levels of clinicians and staff to meet needs
Ability to analyze data reports and make recommendations for improvement
What We Offer
Competitive pay
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401k with Company match
Generous paid time off
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Advancement and career development opportunities
Influenza Vaccinations are a requirement for employment at CarePoint Health. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date if offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical or religious exemption from CarePoint.
CarePoint Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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