Surgical Care Coordinator Position Available In Passaic, New Jersey

Surgical Care Coordinator Elite Specialty Care, PC – 1.0 Clifton, NJ Job Details Full-time From $27 an hour 16 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Bilingual Spanish Vital signs Medication administration EHR systems Customer service Intake Medical office experience English Patient service High school diploma or GED Transcription Surgery Patient care CPT coding EMR systems Computer skills NextGen Patient interaction Medical terminology Documentation review Communication skills Post-operative care Entry level Full Job Description Elite Specialty Care is a fast-paced, multispecialty medical practice dedicated to restoring our patients’ health through compassionate, high-quality care. We are expanding and seeking a Surgical Coordinator to join our collaborative, patient-focused team. If you thrive in a detail-oriented environment and enjoy making a real difference in people’s lives, we’d love to meet you.

Position Overview:

The Surgical Coordinator plays a critical role in managing the full surgical workflow— from patient education to post-operative care coordination. Orthopedic and spine experience is a plus. The ideal candidate is organized, self-motivated, and able to work well under pressure while maintaining excellent communication with patients, attorneys, and surgical facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Daily Operations:

Start-of-day system and communication checks (phone, computer, EMR) Clock in and log into

NextGen Office Precertification & Surgical Prep:

Work daily surgery and pre-cert recall lists Confirm insurance financials; follow up with attorney or patient if needed

Patient Coordination:

In-person (Clifton) and remote coordination for surgical candidates Explain procedures, obtain consent, assess for medical clearance Gather and confirm critical documentation: accident details, attorney info, declaration page, etc.

Surgery Scheduling:

Set tentative dates based on precert timing Log detailed notes in EMR including CPT/diagnosis codes, provider info, legal details Coordinate with facilities (surgical centers or hospitals) via Casetabs or email Issue calendar invites for surgery teams as needed

Post-Op Follow-up:

Check patients in/out of surgery in EMR Request/upload operative reports Notify billing company (Finch) and copy management Conduct 24-hour wellness check and schedule follow-up/PT Prepare disability/out-of-work notes

Medical Clearance:

Submit consult orders and send documentation to PCP or internal providers Track and update clearance status in

EMR Financial & Documentation Oversight:

Ensure authorizations and financials are aligned with insurance requirements Notify team of any missing information promptly Ensure all documentation is uploaded and properly labeled in

NextGen Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required Bilingual in Spanish and English – is a plus but not

REQUIRED

Strong computer skills and EMR experience (NextGen preferred) Prior experience in a medical office setting required Understanding of medical terminology and surgical workflows Experience with orthopedic and/or spine coordination is a plus Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment Professional communication and patient service skills

Benefits:

Competitive medical and dental coverage Paid time off Supportive team environment Consistent Monday-Friday schedule (no weekends!)

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person