JOB DESCRIPTION The Patient Coordinator - Ortho Tech is responsible for supporting our surgeons in the operating room. This position provides care and education for the patient based on their illness, symptoms, and courses of treatment. This position will utilize technical skills to provide assistance to surgeons and other professionals in the operating room. The Patient Coordinator - Ortho Tech interacts with patients and the health care team members, while maintaining the surgical department standards; participates in surgical procedures on patients of all age groups, pediatric through geriatrics: May assist in circulating duties under the direct supervision of a surgeon.
RESPONSIBILITIES- Applies knowledge of anatomy related to procedures. Demonstrates knowledge of techniques used by various surgeons for various procedures.
- Assembles and troubleshoots all equipment as necessary for procedure. Ensures all necessary equipment is in the room prior to the start of a case, including non-narcotic medications (e.g. Lidocaine).
- Operates all electrosurgical equipment, diagnostic equipment, microscopic laser equipment, video equipment and disposable equipment, as well as equipment unique to this specialty area. Responsible for proper care and handling of instrumentation as defined by policy and procedure.
- Maintains sterile technique in accordance with aseptic principles, demonstrates knowledge of sterilization and disinfection practices and handles surgical specimens appropriately.
- Responds to patient needs quickly and efficiently while adhering to company, provider and/or health facility procedures and policies. Responds to providers and staff needs quickly and efficiently.
- Communicates between team members, attending physicians or clinical associates to ensure the appropriateness of care and outcome planning. Ensures compliance with third party requirements through review of documentation and care coordination of activities.
- Performs splinting and casting on patients as directed by physician or physician assistant.
- Ensures that providers and staff follow all company policies, procedures and standards to keep providers and staff in compliance with external regulatory authorities and ensure that clinical associate documentation meets internal standards.
QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Education- High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
- Bachelor's Degree Preferred
Minimum Work Experience- 5 years Clinical related experience Required
Licenses and Certifications- BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) Upon Hire Required
- Applicable license or certification based on education verified Upon Hire Required
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities- Clinical orthopedic skills (e.g., casting, splinting). Knowledge and understanding of medical coding guidelines.
- Knowledge of CPT, ICD-9, ICD-10 and HCPCS codes.
- Knowledge of computer-based data management programs and information systems, as well as medical records and point-of-interview technology. Knowledge of health plans, managed care plans.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Superior oral and written communications skills.
ABOUT US Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includesthree hospitals, four medical parks,Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida.
Baptist Health Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BHC maintains and enforces a policy that prohibits discrimination against any workforce members or applicants for employment because of sex, race, age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, religion, genetic information, or other category protected by federal, state or local law. Certain positions may require a Level 2 Background check through AHCA. Additional information about this requirement can be found here: Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse