Surgical Coordinator — Ophthalmology

Job overview

The Surgical Coordinator role is onsite in Chesapeake, VA, with travel to satellite offices; mileage is paid. Compensation is $18–$22 per hour, depending on experience. The role supports Tidewater Eye Centers’ Ophthalmology department. The coordinator manages the patient-facing financial and surgical communication process, helping patients prepare for procedures and ensuring appointments, facility coordination, insurance information, and payment follow-up are handled.

What you'll do

• Schedule surgeries and pre-op appointments
• educate patients about surgery preparation
• communicate with associated facilities
• review charts for insurance benefits
• prepare cost summaries and counsel patients about finances
• follow up on and collect surgery payments.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

surgical coordinator

ophthalmology

chesapeake va

tidewater eye centers

surgery scheduling

pre-op appointments

patient education

insurance benefits

financial counseling

satellite office travel

mileage paid

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• paid time off and holidays
• paid maternity leave
• optical education reimbursement.

Why this role

Requires reliable transportation for multiple work locations; the posting says weekend work may be required and hours may exceed 40 to meet business needs.

About the employer

Tidewater Eye Centers is hiring for this role. Industry: Freestanding Ambulatory Surgical and Emergency Centers. Sector: 62.