Organized and dedicated Surgical Coordinator with proven track record of providing exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments. Offering keen attention to detail and strong decision-making skills to manage multiple, concurrent tasks. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Coordinator
Cincinnati Eye Institute
12.2012 - 10.2018
Expertly managed planning, scheduling, and coordination of outpatient procedures.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, educate patients their upcoming procedures, triage ophthalmic conditions, and direct calls to staff.
Obtained pre-authorizations and pre-certifications ahead of scheduled surgeries.
Educated patients on premium and standard IOL selections.
Communicated surgery requirements to nursing teams for smooth operation delivery.
Arranged pre-operative and post-operative care appointments for surgical patients.
Updated patient records to reflect upcoming surgeries and medical histories.
Prepped operating rooms and booked necessary equipment and supplies for minor, in office surgical procedures.
Provided technical surgical assisting skills for in office procedures,
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Cincinnati Eye Physcians
02.2006 - 12.2012
Documented patient medical history and information utilizing Nextgen EHR with commitment to accuracy.
Maintained inventory of medical supplies and tools to address needs of patients.
Operated and maintained ophthalmic equipment in alignment with safety procedures.
Administered ophthalmic drops and ointments, focusing on patient comfort.
Explained pre- and post-operative procedures to patients and carefully reviewed surgical plans.
Recorded patient history to help ophthalmologists determine diagnoses and treatment plans.
Used Lensometer to measure and record lens power of existing prescriptive spectacles.
Performed visual field testing to measure patients' peripheral vision to determine any visual field loss.
Measured and recorded visual acuity and color vision testing.
Worked well with patients, staff, and manufacturer representatives to carry out successful office- and patient-related work each day.
Serviced, repaired and maintained ophthalmic equipment to keep instruments and tools in good condition.
Ophthalmic Medical Scribe
Cincinnati Eye Physicians
02.2007 - 08.2012
Documented complete information about examinations, treatment plans, lab results, and other details directly into charts.
Accompanied physicians through day in fast-paced, high volume, stressful environments.
Charted patient encounters by recording information such as diagnosis, treatments, and prescriptions.
Educated patients on their specific conditions and plan of treatment.
Demonstrated confidentiality in dealing with sensitive information or records to comply with HIPAA guidelines and regulations.
Communicated with other medical staff and personnel to obtain additional patient information.
Attended patient appointments and wrote narrative account of events using proper abbreviations, grammar, and spelling.
Stayed on top of current patient loads to facilitate efficient and organized workflow.
Responded to patient inquiries to provide information and resolve issues and concerns.
Transcribed sensitive documents with complete confidentiality.
Verified medical terminology and codes to deliver accurate and up-to-date information.
Attended continuing education workshops to maintain professional standards and stay up-to-date with new developments.