SECTION 1: Job Summary (Summary of the basic functions of the position)
Surgical coordinators are responsible for all aspects of pre-operation activities for their medical facility.
This work typically includes following a patient through many stages of preparatory work. Once a
patient’s surgical needs have been identified, surgical coordinators work with their facility to secure a
surgical schedule for the patient.
SECTION 2: Duties and Responsibilities (Responsibilities necessary to accomplish job functions)
- Discusses treatment options, establishes treatment schedules, and prepares financial arrangements with patients.
- Monitors each patient’s progress to ensure completion of treatment plan and reports patient status to attending doctor as well as enter and track patient treatment plans in computer system.
- Ensure that all forms for acceptance (predeterminations to third parties benefit providers) have been submitted and patients have been notified of status and their financial responsibilities.
- Manages consultation reports and progress.
- Actively participates as a contributing member of the clinic team to achieve patient satisfaction and production goals.
- Adheres to all safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities while supporting a culture of high quality and great customer service.
- Performs other duties that may be necessary or in the best interest of the organization.
