
Surgical Counselor III
Job Description
Schedule & Hours
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Days: Monday to Friday | Full time
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Shifts:
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Clinic Travel Days: 6:30 AM – 4:00 PM or 7:15 AM – 4:30 PM
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Administrative Days: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
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Admin Days: On-site at our Brecksville office.
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Clinical Travel Days (Approx. 8 days/month): Travel with other team members in a company-provided vehicle to visit 2–5 partner optometry practices per day.
What you will be doing
- Prepare medical charts for surgical evaluations (cataract / retinal / glaucoma / cornea / lids, etc.) performed by our physicians at practices throughout the local area
- Travel with the physician to all locations, including referring physician offices
- Educate patients on the newest technologies and advancements in the field of cataract surgery
- Obtain any prior approvals or authorizations needed from insurance companies
- Schedule patient surgeries and pre-operative and post-operative appointments, including appointments with the patient's primary care physician, optometrist and surgery center
- Prepare and organize surgery charts and mailing any necessary paperwork
- Inform patient of any pre-admission testing (labs, EKG, etc.), what is expected day of surgery, answer any pre-surgical questions, and inform of follow up care
- Answer all telephone inquiries from patients and primary care physicians regarding surgery or other concerns
- Verify medical benefits for surgery and injections
- Discuss benefits and costs of non-covered benefits with patients. Secure any out of pocket financial requirements from patient
- Complete consent and other necessary forms for surgery
- Interface with Billing Department as needed
- Relay all surgical booking forms and charts to the surgery center in a timely manner
- Maintain a professional relationship with referring physicians from neighboring communities
- Perform other duties as assigned
What you know
- High school diploma or GED
- Previous ophthalmology or healthcare experience
- Demonstrated customer service skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Desired
- Highly motivated, detail-oriented and organized
- Able to multi-task and meet deadlines
- Willing to travel and work on-site at our Brecksville office
- Proficient in all Surgery Counselor duties; as well as assisting in other leadership areas
- Typically 5+ years of experience
What you will receive
- Competitive wages
- Robust benefit package including medical, dental, life and disability (short- and long-term) insurance
- Generous paid time off (PTO) program
- Seven (7) company paid holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- An organization focused on People, Passion, Purpose and Progress
- Inspirational culture