Surgical Coordinator

The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics

. Handle all incoming calls for the surgery department .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeBethesda • Maryland • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in managing surgical schedules, handling patient inquiries, and maintaining compliance with medical regulations. Capable of organizing and prioritizing tasks while providing excellent administrative support in a dynamic healthcare environment.

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Medical Terminology KnowledgeSurgical Scheduling ManagementMedical Records ManagementStrong Interpersonal SkillsTime Management Skills

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Hard Skills

Medical CodingDatabase Software ProficiencyWord-Processing SkillsInsurance VerificationSurgical Inventory Management

Soft Skills

Strong Oral CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTeam CollaborationInitiative

Tools & Technologies

Medical Record SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareDatabase Programs

Industry Keywords

Surgery DepartmentPatient IntakePre-Op OrdersPost-Operative CareCompliance with Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handle all incoming calls for the surgery department
Direct patient questions to the appropriate surgical facility, provider, or surgery department
Guide patients through intake and sign-in documentation
Gather medical charts and verify insurance information
Schedule necessary equipment and procedure rooms and maintain surgical inventory
Understand surgical procedures, durations, and staffing requirements to maintain surgical schedules
Log and communicate urgent matters with the surgery department, providers, and medical secretaries
Create and send pre-op orders, including labs and other physician-protocol testing
Provide surgery schedule information and updates to the surgery department
Manage surgical documents and enter patient and post-surgery information into medical records
Arrange pre- and post-operative visits according to physician protocols
Review post-operative information with patients
Conduct follow-up calls with post-surgical patients and assist with post-op return-to-work or school paperwork
Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations, laws, and CAO guidelines
Perform other duties as assigned
Report directly to the Practice Administrator; no direct reports

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma, or GED equivalent, required
1-2 years’ experience in clerical, administrative, or secretarial work preferred
Knowledge of medical terminology, managing medical records, medical coding, and human anatomy preferred
Skilled in operating various medical record software and hardware, word-processing, and database software programs
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to work independently
Excellent time management, organization, and administrative support skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and take initiative
Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in the English language
Must be able to sit for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds
Requires frequent bending, reaching, repetitive hand movements, standing, walking, squatting, and sitting
Some heavy lifting, pushing, and pulling regularly throughout a standard work shift
Adequate hearing to perform duties in person and over telephone
Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties
Requires exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, medicinal preparations, and other clinical-environment conditions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
Paid time off and paid holidays
Employer-paid life insurance
Voluntary supplemental benefits including disability and additional coverage options
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Full-time employees are eligible for employer-paid life insurance
Part-time employees are eligible for 401(k) participation