Surgical Coordinator

Under general supervision, performs complex computer operation duties involving the scheduling of operating room and related equipment, and the posting of patients for operative procedures

Education:
High School
Medical terminology course training or relevant experience in the field.
Licensures/Certifications:
N/A
Experience:
2 years’ prior experience in hospital setting, previous surgical scheduling experience preferred
Skills:
• Interpersonal skills required in order to effectively and cordially interact with physicians, patients and other hospital personnel
• Analytical skills necessary to prioritize requests according to established procedures often under pressure and with frequent interruptions

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
• Reserves all operating rooms; schedules related equipment and posts patients for all operative procedures, inpatient and outpatient
• Cancels scheduled cases in a timely manner
• Notifies affected individuals of all changes in surgery such as date, time or cancellations
• Prepares and assures the reproduction of master operating room. Collates OR schedules and delivers copies to designated hospital areas
• Maintains files of necessary records, such as requests pertaining to admission and/or surgery. Maintains filing system on each patient posted for admission or surgery
• Informs physicians' representatives and secretaries of allied hospital services and pertinent related information; i.e., compliance and
insurance requirements. Informs secretaries of prerequisites needed to ensure smooth flow of admission of patient
• Seeks assistance from managers when unable to accommodate requests from physician offices and/or operating room Charge
Nurse/Managers
• May input patient charges within the designated bill drop day

If in GBMC Perinatal Associates Department (578), will also:
• Contact insurance companies and obtain surgical authorizations as needed. Obtain referrals for surgical procedures from PCPs if needed. Obtain all pre-testing results on patients and forward to Pre-Admissions Testing Department in the requested timeframe.

All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values:

Respect

I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.

• Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy

• Listens and responds appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilities

Excellence

I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.

• Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations
• Actively pursues learning and self-development
• Pays attention to detail; follows through

Accountability

I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.

• Sets a positive, professional example for others
• Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them
• Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties
• Reports to work regularly and on time

Teamwork

I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.

• Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team
• Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way
• Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions
• Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others

Ethical Behavior

I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.

• Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment
• Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers

Results

I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.

• Embraces change and improvement in the work environment
• Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services
• Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles
• Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently

Pay Range

$16.79 - $24.37

Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Gilchrist Inova and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.