Surgical Authorization & Clearance Coordinator

Surgery Partners, Inc

Surgical Authorization & Clearance Coordinator managing pre-operative patient processes at Riverside Pain Physicians. Ensuring timely clearances and authorizations for scheduled procedures.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing surgical pathways, including scheduling, pre-operative clearances, and insurance authorizations. Proficient in maintaining electronic medical records and ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations while providing exceptional patient communication and customer service.

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Surgical CoordinationInsurance AuthorizationElectronic Medical Records (EMR)Microsoft Excel ProficiencyPatient Communication

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Hard Skills

Surgical CoordinationInsurance VerificationPre-operative Clearance ManagementLaboratory Work MonitoringAdvanced Microsoft Excel Skills

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsFollow-up SkillsCustomer ServiceMultitasking AbilityProblem-solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeAthenahealthElectronic Medical Records (EMR)

Industry Keywords

HIPAA ComplianceAmbulatory Surgery CenterPain ManagementOrthopedicsNeurosurgery

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage each patient's surgical pathway from scheduling through procedure completion.
Track and monitor all required pre-operative clearances, including medical, cardiac, and specialty clearances.
Coordinate and follow up on insurance authorizations to ensure timely approval prior to surgery.
Monitor completion of laboratory work, imaging, EKGs, and other required testing.
Maintain detailed tracking spreadsheets and electronic records to ensure no prerequisite is missed.
Communicate regularly with patients regarding outstanding requirements, appointment reminders, and surgery preparation.
Collaborate with physician offices, surgery centers, hospitals, primary care providers, specialists, and insurance companies to obtain required documentation.
Identify patients who have completed all prerequisites and can be moved into earlier surgical openings.
Continuously review surgical schedules to maximize provider utilization and reduce unused operating room time.
Ensure all required documentation is complete, accurate, and available prior to the procedure date.
Document all communications and updates within the electronic medical record.
Resolve scheduling issues quickly while providing exceptional customer service.
Maintain strict HIPAA compliance and confidentiality.
Assist with additional administrative and operational projects as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of one year of experience in a medical office or healthcare setting.
Strong communication and follow-up skills.
Ability to manage multiple patients and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Comfortable working with electronic medical records (EMR).
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including spreadsheets, sorting, filtering, formulas, and tracking reports (preferred).
Previous experience coordinating surgeries, referrals, prior authorizations, or medical clearances (preferred).
Experience working with insurance verification and authorization processes (preferred).
Knowledge of Athenahealth or similar EMR systems (preferred).
Experience in pain management, orthopedics, neurosurgery, or an ambulatory surgery center (preferred).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution
Company-Paid Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
Employee Assistance Program
Professional Growth Opportunities
And more!