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J Baumbach

Jefferey

Baumbach

6665 Samantha Knoll

Houston

+1 (555) 313 3088

6665 Samantha Knoll

Houston

Phone

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Experience Experience

San Francisco, CA

Surgery Coordinator

San Francisco, CA

Fisher, Corwin and Gusikowski

San Francisco, CA

Surgery Coordinator

Demonstrates/models the Network’s Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external)
Elicit assistance from manager and surgeons when issues of assessment and/or decision points present that are outside scope of practice
Coordinating with sales personnel to make sure requisitions are submitted timely and accurately to ensure fulfillment and delivery of product
Maintains patient confidentiality; complies with HIPAA and compliance guidelines established by the practice
Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code
Counsels patients pre-operatively regarding their potential financial obligations, and provides information about patient insurance coverage
Assists patients with setting up payment plans, and collects pre-surgical deposits

Houston, TX

Coordinator Surgery, Special Unit

Houston, TX

Halvorson-Tremblay

Houston, TX

Coordinator Surgery, Special Unit

Ensures accuracy of system-wide master patient index through validation and capture of patient demographic data
Enters all updates, correction and changes to scheduled procedures/surgeries
Enters appointment into respective programs, both routine and emergency add-on
Validates patient physician information and ensures accurate collection
Notifies patients of their arrival times per area protocols
Acts as a resource to all department personnel (surgeons, medical secretaries, nurses, residents, etc.) on daily activity
Other duties as assigned

present

San Francisco, CA

Coordinator Surgery / Special Unit

San Francisco, CA

Hintz LLC

present

San Francisco, CA

Coordinator Surgery / Special Unit

present

Receives orders and processes as indicated by provider and schedules according to protocol
Coordinates services and provides special instructions as requested by patient, internal physicians and referring physicians
Performs scheduling both intra- and inter-departmentally as requested by physician orders
Communicates with all departments to maximize efficiency and expedite the admission process
Serves as liaison with admitting office regarding hospital reservations, update admission information and cancels reservations
Validates and captures primary, secondary and tertiary insurance coverage to ensure accurate billing
Identifies services out of insurance plan or requiring referrals; may inform patient of courses of action

Education Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Initiative

Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Bachelor’s Degree in Initiative

Skills Skills

Ability to multi-task, manage details and organize efficiently and effectively
Ability to use EMR, other relevant computer hardware and software, telephone, copier, fax machine and other standard medical office equipment
Actively participates in quality improvement programs
Actively participates in maintaining and/or improving quality improvement initiatives regarding physician billing and patient satisfaction
Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices
Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies and procedures
Ability to interact with patients, medical and administrative staff, and the public effectively
Ability to set priorities among multiple requests
Ability to read, interprets, and apply policies and procedures
Thoroughly and accurately documents all patient correspondence in the appropriate section of the patient’s chart

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Coordinator APN Pa-surgery Resume Examples & Samples

Oversees APN/PA's practice within the department/hospital/institute
With the supervision of the Administration, assists with the hiring, orientation, reviewing, scheduling, supervising and training of APN/PA's
Attends assigned meetings
Orders, interprets and evaluates laboratory test and other diagnostic studies to assess patient's clinical problems and health care needs
Performs diagnostic or therapeutic interventions consistent with certification, law and Cleveland Clinic privileges
Prescribes and monitors medications as allowed by prescriptive authority through the applicable state Board of Nursing and CCF policy
Demonstrates superior knowledge and expertise in the area of specialization

Coordinator Surgery / Special Unit Resume Examples & Samples

Ensures accuracy of all data including appropriate CPT coding and case information (side, equipment, etc.)
Enters all updates, correction and changes to scheduled procedures/surgeries
Maintains provider schedules for designated unit. Coordinates multiple physician schedules. Maintains familiarity with all appropriate scheduling function
Maintains designated space/unit and patient management calendars/ledgers; maintains department data based on area needs
Minimum two years related experience in an area that provided broad knowledge of medical terminology that includes patient registration, patient billing, insurance processing or appointment/OR scheduling

Coordinator for Surgery Recovery Resume Examples & Samples

Demonstrates accountability for essential clinical knowledge to positively affect patient outcomes within the scope of nursing practice while assessing, planning, intervening and evaluating care
Demonstrates strong and accurate clinical judgment and competent or expert nursing skills while following established policies including those related to confidentiality (written, verbal, electronic and digital)
Documents effectively, succinctly, and timely according to organizational policy
Incorporates time management and prioritizes for efficiency and productivity
Responsible for various employment decisions around hiring/firing and administering disciplinary actions
Coordinate with Education to make sure staff are up-to-date with various certifications requirements
5-7 Yyars of experience as an O.R. Registered Nurse

Coordinator Surgery / Spec Unit Resume Examples & Samples

Identifies patients in need of financial counseling to ensure appropriate payment of services
Identifies services out of insurance plan or requiring referrals; may inform patient of courses of action
Triage appointments based on diagnosis, patient preferences and physician specialty
Acts as a resource to all department personnel (surgeons, medical secretaries, nurses, residents, etc.) on daily activity
Proficiency in use of personal computer (PC) and general knowledge of PC based systems and software

Surgery Coordinator Days Resume Examples & Samples

Technical or Vocational training
Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program
Certified as a Surgical Technologist
CPR
At least 2 years of Operating Room experience which includes experience in applicable specialty
Ability to problem-solve under stressful conditions
Must possess a high comfort level in communicating with physicians

Surgery Coordinator Resume Examples & Samples

Triage surgical candidates as required by the physicians
Work with appropriate hospital personnel to obtain information as required for surgery scheduling
Educate patients about planned surgery
Verify insurance information in electronic system
Obtain insurance authorizations as required by individual plans prior to surgery 9. Work in concert with surgeons to obtain medical clearances and preoperative testing as required by hospital protocols
Confirm and reschedule return appointments, as necessary
Provide assistance to administrative or clinical staff as needed
Notify manager with patient account and insurance issues
Knowledge of ICD-9 and CPT codes
Knowledge of the policies and procedures of the organization to complete billing tasks within compliance of the organization
Skill in multi-tasking
Skill in customer service
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, policy-making bodies, third-party payers, patients, and the public
Skill in organizing work, making assignments, and achieving goals and objectives
Ability to read, interprets, and apply policies and procedures
Ability to use EMR, other relevant computer hardware and software, telephone, copier, fax machine and other standard medical office equipment. Equipment Operated: Standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, telephones, calculators, etc. Work Environment: Position is in a well-lit office environment. Occasional evening and weekend work. Mental/Physical Requirements: Involves sitting approximately 75 percent of the day, walking or standing the remainder, using computers and telephones

Surgery Coordinator for DMC Harper Urology Resume Examples & Samples

Work with hospitals to obtain information as required for surgery scheduling
Obtain insurance authorizations as required by individual plans
Obtain all necessary paperwork and ensure it is completed in a timely manner
Work in concert with surgeons to obtain medical clearances and preoperative testing as required by hospital protocol
Elicit assistance from manager and surgeons when issues of assessment and/or decision points present that are outside scope of practice
Assist in other functions of the physician practice as needed
Knowledge of surgical procedures and process
Understanding of documentation required for surgery scheduling
Knowledge of the purposes, organization, and policies of the local community's health systems sufficient to interact with other health care providers
Knowledge of the policies and procedures of a clinic sufficient to provide effective patient care
Skill in problem solving
Skill in analyzing situations accurately and taking effective action
Skill in exercising judgment and discretion in developing, applying, interpreting, and coordinating departmental policies and procedures
Ability to multi-task, manage details and organize efficiently and effectively
Ability to set priorities among multiple requests
Ability to use EMR, other relevant computer hardware and software, telephone, copier, fax machine and other standard medical office equipment

Coordinator for Surgery Recovery Resume Examples & Samples

Manage 10-14 RNs and Multi-skilled techs of a 15 bay PACU department
Responsible for coordinating staff schedules, making employment decisions, and enforcing disciplinary actions,training of staff, etc
On-call 2 days per week with call every third weekend. Call requirements subject to change with staffing
A supportive environment focused on teamwork and fostering educational opportunities
Leaders on this unit have a passion for supporting nurses in reaching their professional goals

Coordinator Surgery / Spec Unit-prn Resume Examples & Samples

Ensures accuracy of system-wide master patient index through validation and capture of patient demographic data
Validates patient physician information and ensures accurate collection
Validates and captures primary, secondary and tertiary insurance coverage to ensure accurate billing
Enters appointment into respective programs, both routine and emergency add-on
Communicates with patients and their families to provide detailed instructions, directions and resources available

Surgery Coordinator Resume Examples & Samples

Daily use of surgery management system and Fed-ex programs to loan, receive, ship, issue and monitor inventory
Safe/accurate delivery/retrieval of inventory including restock and emergency runs to the appropriate facility
Coordinating with sales personnel to make sure requisitions are submitted timely and accurately to ensure fulfillment and delivery of product
Boxing, packing, labeling, shipping instruments, and using fed-ex programs
Ownership/Responsibility for accepting tasks and following directions closely
Experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, Information Systems, Engineering or other technical field preferred
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in logistics, supply chain, sales support or other technical field and/or inventory management
High School Diploma/ GED Required

Surgery Coordinator Resume Examples & Samples

Receives instructions from physicians about which surgery or test is recommended
Obtains precertification/preauthorization from insurance companies prior to surgery for each procedure and test, using an online application or by contacting insurer on the telephone
Verifies patient eligibility and coverage for the procedure using an online application or the telephone; if patient is not eligible on date of service, or procedure is not a covered benefit, explains this to patients
Counsels patients pre-operatively regarding their potential financial obligations, and provides information about patient insurance coverage
Discusses pre-operative instructions with the patient, as directed by physicians
Assists patients with setting up payment plans, and collects pre-surgical deposits
Schedules operating room time, according to physician scheduling protocols; faxes H&P to hospital admitting department
Schedules all appropriate pre-operative tests and blood work
Coordinates all business and clinical paperwork prior to surgery, using physician-approved forms and checklists; has paperwork ready for surgeon prior to the day of surgery
Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/ Entity as well as the proper release of information
Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirements
Demonstrates/models the Network’s Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external)
Demonstrates Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate: Clinical Care/Outcomes, Customer/Service Improvement, Operational System/Process, and Safety
Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code
Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated. OTHER FUNCTIONS
Responds to written and telephone inquiries from patient and carriers regarding planned surgeries
Maintains communication among the physician, patient, insurance company and hospital at all times
Maintains patient confidentiality; complies with HIPAA and compliance guidelines established by the practice
Maintains detailed knowledge of practice management and other computer software as it relates to job functions
Attends continuing education courses as requested
Attends all regular staff meetings

VAD Coordinator Transplant Surgery Resume Examples & Samples

Current licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a registered nurse in the expanded role
Master’s Degree in Nursing
National certification in advanced practice nursing area
Minimum of 5 years of clinical nursing practice with background in Cardiac Care preferred
Minimum of 2-3 years in the cardio-thoracic specialty preferred
Experience in VAD Joint Commission Disease Specific Certification
Professional knowledge: Clinical, healthcare management with knowledge to enable effective interactions and communications with clinicians, healthcare administrators, community agencies and other professionals
Time Management: Exceptional organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively and complete tasks; Flexibility to handle multiple tasks and deadline pressures
Leadership: Highly motivated, independent and capable of performing in a complex environment; Strong sense of initiative and perseverance to carry through to completion of tasks; Demonstrates forthrightness and integrity
Interpersonal/communication: Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication, and public speaking skills; Good command of English language, including medical and scientific terminology
Information Systems/Technology Skills: Exceptional computer skills (including Windows operating systems, word processing, database, electronic mail, Internet, spreadsheets, and other office management systems)
Quality Assurance: Skills to work efficiently and effectively and strive to do so in all aspects of position; Effective project management skills and attention to detail
Critical Thinking/Decision Making: Ability to appropriately evaluate all aspects of a situation and to independently make appropriate and timely decisions
Analytical Skills: Ability to conceptualize and conduct complex analyses (financial and operational)
Personnel Management: Ability to coordinate among diverse constituents, both inside MGH and in the community
Safety/Compliance: Knowledge in aspects of safety applicable to position; Knowledge of and compliance with institutional, JCAHO, HIPAA, and other regulatory bodies’ standards

Collaborative Coordinator, Surgery Resume Examples & Samples

Demonstrated communication skills, including listening and validation, written and spoken skills, tact, diplomacy, and excellent presentation skills
Ability to work effectively as a team member
Complete professionalism including the qualities of confidence, motivation, accountability, integrity, and humility
High energy and willingness to work in an environment where priorities and focus can change routinely
Analytical skills in Excel and potentially in Access
Be able to present confidently in large groups and in front of superiors
Clinical and/or management experience in an operating room
5 – 10 years clinical experience preferred

Surgery Coordinator Resume Examples & Samples

Coordinates the scheduling of surgeries with the patient’s and physician’s schedule
Schedules patient testing
Open and close office as required
Prepares sterile fields with instruments, sutures for minor surgeries
Assists in filing charts and retrieving charts in preparation for next day
Assists physicians and advanced practitioners with daily follow-up phone calls to discharged patients as outlined in office procedure
Under the direction of the physicians and advanced practitioners, notify patients of lab and test results
Under the direction of the physicians and advanced practitioners, process patient prescriptions
Thoroughly and accurately documents all patient correspondence in the appropriate section of the patient’s chart
Assists in filing lab reports, test results, etc
Cleans exam rooms and disposes of contaminated equipment and other supplies as necessary
Keeps exam rooms supplied and in order
Maintains inventory of clinical supplies. Orders clinical supplies in an efficient and timely manner
Disposes of Bio-Hazardous waste and regular waste
Checks patient’s height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, respiration and temperatures
Ascertains patient’s chief complaints and describes same in chart accurately and succinctly
Assists with patient education (I.e. diet, medications, wound care, etc.)
Records drug allergies and present medications
Prepares patient and/or equipment for provider prior to his/her entering room
Actively participates in maintaining and/or improving quality improvement initiatives regarding physician billing and patient satisfaction
Takes active role in facilitation team approach to functions within the department
Attends departmental meetings
Actively participates as a team member in resolution of problems as they are identified
Analyzes current procedures, bringing suggestions for improvement to the attention of team members and supervisor for consideration
Attends training classes
Assist and support the roles of the front-office staff
Answer telephone within three rings, prioritizes calls and coordinate service with answering service
Works with physician, mid-level practitioner as directed
Assists in capturing accurate patient demographic information
Utilize computer system to schedule appointments and track referrals
Accurately completes charge slip to include related charges and diagnosis
Actively participates in quality improvement programs
Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within practice as well as the proper release of information
Demonstrates/models the Networks’ Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customer’s (internal and external)
Demonstrates Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate: Clinical Care/Outcomes, Customer/Service Improvements, Operational System/Process and Safety
Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices
Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated

Coordinator Surgery, Special Unit Resume Examples & Samples

Coordinates services and provides special instructions as requested by patient, internal physicians and referring physicians
Receives orders and processes as indicated by provider and schedules according to protocol
Responsible for maximizing a department's allocated spaces by scheduling all procedures/surgeries
Serves as liaison with admitting office regarding hospital reservations, update admission information and cancels reservations

Coordinator of Bariatric Surgery Resume Examples & Samples

Diploma or Associates Degree from a professional nursing program (required)
BSN or current enrollment in a BSN program at an accredited school of Nursing (preferred)
At minimum, 1 year of med/surg (required)
Critical care experience (preferred)

Surgery Coordinator Resume Examples & Samples

Coordinates and oversees the daily activities between the Operating Room and Sterile Processing to ensure efficient case flow
Serves as the "point person" with OR and/or SPD staff and physicians to resolve issues that may arise before, during or after a case
Responsible for assisting with projects and in process improvement activities to include promotion of customer service/satisfaction through training, education and resolution of staff and physician issues
Communicates with OR and SPD staff prior to surgical cases to ascertain specific instrument and supply needs and ensures these items are available. Identifies instrumentation related to tray additions and reconfigurations and communicates order to appropriate person
Performs data collection for tracking of various standards for reporting purposes. Consults with the OR and SPD staff to identify and implement revisions to instrument trays, naming conventions, count sheets and methods of specialty instrumentation identification
Reviews surgery schedule to determine loaner/vendor instrumentation availability and communicates needs to OR and SPD manager. Monitors "Priority List" to ensure instrumentation is ready and available for all first cases of the day, as well as instrumentation to be reprocessed for "to follow" cases
Assists with the education of OR and SPD staff. Provides in-services to SPD and contracted staff related to new equipment. Assists in the reprocessing of instrumentation in the SPD on an as needed basis
High School graduate or GED equivalent required
ONE of the following
9/1/2009

Coordinator Surgery Resume Examples & Samples

Performs scheduling both intra- and inter-departmentally as requested by physician orders
Notifies patients of their arrival times per area protocols
Communicates with all departments to maximize efficiency and expedite the admission process

Surgery Coordinator Resume Examples & Samples

Minimum two (2) years experience in a clinic setting or hospital scheduling environment required
Prior surgery scheduling experience preferred
Knowledge of surgical procedures
Customer relation skills with a significant impact on patient safety, customer satisfaction and resource utilization
Ability to multi-task, be highly organized and detail oriented
Demonstrated proficient computer keyboard skills, knowledge of Word and Excel programs. Knowledge of ICD9 and CPT codes
Demonstrated ability to handle a wide variety of functions simultaneously with many interruptions

Hic Safe Surgery Coordinator Resume Examples & Samples

May be required to perform other duties as assigned or perform other duties when necessary
Strong Microsoft Office Suite
Basic statistical skills

Surgery Schedling Coordinator Resume Examples & Samples

Minimum 2-4 years of surgery center, hospital or medical office experience required
Must be able to communicate verbally and non-verbally in a professional way
Show a genuine desire to work and improve the hospital as a whole
Strong medical terminology
Must demonstrate excellent phone etiquette and exceptional customer service skills
Intermediate computer skills required. Basic Microsoft Office skills required

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