[Hiring] Surgical Care Coordinator @Parkview Health

Role Description

We are seeking a compassionate, organized, and clinically skilled Orthopedic Surgical Care Coordinator to guide patients through the pre-surgical process and support optimal surgical outcomes. This role serves as the primary point of contact for orthopedic surgical patients from initial surgical planning through pre-operative clearance and education. The Surgical Care Coordinator collaborates closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nursing staff, and ancillary departments to ensure patients are medically optimized, informed, and prepared for surgery.

• Serve as the primary patient contact throughout the pre-surgical coordination process
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and evaluate overall health status prior to surgery
• Review medical history, medications, laboratory results, and diagnostic testing to identify potential surgical risks or barriers
• Coordinate and facilitate medical optimization prior to surgery, including collaboration with primary care providers and specialists as needed
• Educate patients and families regarding surgical procedures, pre-operative expectations, recovery planning, and post-operative care instructions
• Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons, anesthesia providers, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care
• Ensure all required documentation, clearances, and testing are completed prior to surgical scheduling
• Identify and escalate clinical concerns that may impact patient safety or surgical readiness
• Provide ongoing patient support, communication, and follow-up throughout the surgical preparation process
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record
• Support departmental quality initiatives focused on patient outcomes, satisfaction, and surgical efficiency

Qualifications

• Current and valid Indiana Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Completion of an accredited nursing program
• Minimum of two (2) years of acute care nursing experience
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication, organizational, and patient education abilities
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Prior orthopedic, surgical, perioperative, or care coordination experience
• Experience working with electronic medical records (EMR)