Surgical Scheduler
4 days ago
Shrewsbury
Job Description Surgical Coordinator - Orthopedic / Spine Practice Shrewsbury, NJ | Full-Time | Onsite | Contract with Strong Hire Potential I'm partnering with a highly respected boutique orthopedic and spine practice in Shrewsbury, New Jersey to identify an experienced Surgical Coordinator who thrives in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment. This is a 100% onsite, full-time contract opportunity with significant potential to convert to a long-term hire as the practice continues to grow. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being at the center of surgical operations-balancing patient communication, provider coordination, and insurance workflows-while working in a polished, close-knit office with an outstanding reputation for patient care. Position Overview As the Surgical Coordinator, you'll manage the surgical process from initial planning through post-procedure follow-up. You'll serve as a key point of contact for patients, providers, insurance carriers, and external stakeholders-ensuring that every detail is handled accurately, efficiently, and with compassion. You'll also support Workers' Compensation and motor vehicle-related cases, requiring strong organization, follow-through, and communication skills. Key Responsibilities • Coordinate and schedule outpatient surgical procedures, • Prepare patients for surgery by guiding them through expectations, documentation, and next steps, • Manage insurance authorizations and surgical approvals, • Collaborate closely with physicians, clinical staff, and external facilities, • Maintain accurate, up-to-date records within the electronic health record system, • Support post-operative follow-ups and continuity of care, • Act as a liaison for Workers' Compensation and accident-related cases, communicating with attorneys, case managers, and insurers, • Ensure compliance with HIPAA and other healthcare regulations, • Partner with the senior surgical coordinator to manage a high-volume workflow Ideal Background, • 3-5+ years of experience in surgical coordination or a similar healthcare role, • Orthopedic and/or spine experience strongly preferred (but not required), • Workers' Compensation or PIP exposure is a plus, • Comfortable handling a heavy workload in a growing practice, • Strong organizational and communication skills, • Confident working with insurance carriers and authorization processes, • Experience with EHR systems (eClinicalWorks preferred), • Spanish fluency is a plus, not a requirement Schedule & Work Environment, • Monday-Friday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, • 100% onsite, • Business casual office attire, • Supportive, professional, and patient-focused culture Compensation, • Pay Rate: $22-$32/hour (based on experience), • This position is being hired as a contract , with strong potential for conversion as the practice expands Future Perks Upon Permanent Hire Should this role convert to a permanent position, the practice offers: • Comprehensive benefits starting the first of the month, • Generous PTO and sick time, • 401(k) with employer match, • Paid major holidays, • Annual performance bonuses If you're a detail-oriented Surgical Coordinator who values patient relationships, teamwork, and long-term growth, I'd love to connect and share more about this opportunity. Apply today to be considered for immediate interview. Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our program provides employees with the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Pay Details: $21.00 to $32.00 per hour Search managed by: Marisa Marques Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: • The California Fair Chance Act, • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance, • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, • San Francisco Fair Chance OrdinanceMassachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. 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