A career that changes lives.SightMD is a rapidly growing integrated ophthalmic provider group, extending the reach of exceptional eye care to patients across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut.
With over 127 eye care providers and the convenience of 60 locations, our commitment to delivering unparalleled services is at the heart of everything we do.
As we embark on our mission, we are actively seeking teammates who are eager to contribute to our legacy of eye excellence, a tradition that spans more than 50 years.Position Summary:As the Surgical Coordinator, you will play a vital role in acting as the liaison between patients, surgical facility, and primary care physicians to make the surgical experience as smooth as possible.Job Duties & Essential Functions:Answer phone calls, emails, and in-person inquiriesSchedule all patient surgeries, pre/post-operative appointments, including those with the patient's primary care physician, ambulatory surgical center (ASC), and surgeonArrange patient transportation if necessaryNotify patient of all scheduled appointmentsPrepare surgery folders and collect all necessary paperwork prior to procedureHandle pre-operative testing as needed and directed by PhysicianReview and confirm medication list from patientsCollect all pertinent information for upcoming procedure, such as bookings, lens orders, insurance, medical clearance, authorizations, signed consent forms, and transfers to surgical facilityAnswer all telephone inquiries from patients, their families, or primary care physicians concerning surgery and/or related concernsContact patient after surgery to confirm medication schedule and answer any questions/concernsSpecial projects and other duties may be assigned as neededRequired Qualifications:High School diploma or equivalent Excellent attention to detail, along with the ability to organize and prioritize workload while managing multiple prioritiesExcellent written, verbal, and listening skillsStrong interpersonal, time management, and organizational skillsAbility to work a flexible schedule, including weekendsAbove average customer service skills and the ability to remain calm in stressful situationsPreferred Qualifications:Prior experience in the medical field Two years relevant surgical coordinator, ophthalmic/optometric, sales experience Work Schedule:Rotating ScheduleTravel required to Southampton, Hampton Bays, SoutholdHourly Pay Rate: $25.00Benefits:We aim to take care of our teammates the same way we take care of our patients.
All SightMD employees receive the following benefits:Medical/Dental/Vision InsurancePrescription Drug CoverageCompany Paid Term Life Insurance & Long-Term DisabilitySupplemental Insurance BenefitsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Retirement Plan - 401(k)Paid Time Off (PTO)Paid HolidaysCareer Development Programs* All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:SightMD is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction, and all other protected classes under federal, state and local laws.If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact People Services at ******