ASC Support Specialist

Description

Do you want to help people see better, look better, and feel better? We are seeking a Surgery Support Specialist to join our team!

The ASC Support Specialist is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the surgery center and the surgery center nurses.

ABOUT EYE-Q

Consistently ranked one of the top ten “Best Companies to work for in Central California” since 2006. EYE-Q Vision Care proudly serves the California Central Valley. We are a fast-paced, highly complex practice and offer several specialty services to our patients. Our team of ophthalmologists, optometrists, and professional support staff handle all aspects of eye/vision care, from general exams to complex surgeries. We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic, energetic, and passionate about providing excellent care to our patients while treating fellow coworkers with dignity and respect.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Assist with ASC supply needs and restocks
• Maintain knowledge of pre/post-op medications
• Perform administrative duties pertinent to position
• Complete all pre/post-op documentation requirements
• Provide consent forms and obtain necessary signatures
• Bring consent and Advanced Directive issues to the attention of the ASC Manager
• Perform proper break-down and submission of surgical chart and route slips post-op
• Perform chart reviews and prepare charts for the next day cases
• Assist with patient flow and care at time of entry to the ASC and upon return to the PACU until discharge
• Ensure patient has met pre-op requirements
• Reconcile anesthesia records daily to allow billing by anesthesia providers
• Provide patient nourishment post-op under the direction of the PACU RN
• Print and review surgery schedules and patient labels
• Review patient charts for appropriate orders, testing, and lenses
• Communicate and provide support for front desk, pre-op, and PACU
• Provide support for nurses, techs, and doctors with various tasks
• Confirm correct lenses are pulled for each case
• Provide discharge instructions for patients
• Obtain necessary signatures for patient forms
• Cover ASC front desk duties when needed

SCHEDULE:

Monday-Friday FT (8:30 AM - 5:00 PM)

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive pay
• Provided lunches 
• Excellent benefits (medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401k, pet insurance, etc.)
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Employee discounts (glasses, contacts, and other cosmetic services)
• Birthday and milestone anniversary gifts
• Employee assistance program
• Employee appreciation events
• Community service and volunteering opportunities

We will review applications until the position is filled. The pay rate will be determined based on skills, experience, and certifications/education.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT EMPLOYMENT AT EYE-Q VISION CARE, OR TO VIEW ALL OF OUR OPENINGS, PLEASE VISIT: https://eyeqvc.com/careers/

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of EHR/EMRs
• Knowledge of common pre- and post-op medications
• Knowledge of common equipment in an ASC, including care and maintenance practices
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flow
• Ability to use or learn computer programs such as Microsoft Excel, internet, e-mail, and NextGen

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma/GED
• BLS certification
• Experience in a surgery center (preferred)