Oral Surgery Patient Coordinator (Registered Nurse)

Job Title:Dental Patient Coordinator (Oral Surgery)Position type: Full-TimeWork hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Daylight TimeWork days: Monday to FridaySalary: $5 - $7 per hour, depending on experienceJob code: ST-OSWorkplace: RemotePreferred Candidate Location: PhilippinesOur client is a busy oral surgery practice seeking a dependable and clinically knowledgeable Dental Patient Coordinator (Oral Surgery) to support patient scheduling, surgical preparation, and administrative coordination. This role is critical to ensuring patients are fully prepared before procedures and that the clinical team can operate efficiently without delays.The Dental Patient Coordinator will manage patient scheduling, documentation workflows, and pre-operative and post-operative coordination. Patients must complete medical forms, consent documents, insurance verification, and payment preparation prior to surgery. Ensuring these steps are completed in advance helps maintain smooth clinic operations and improves patient outcomes.Because oral surgery procedures often involve anesthesia, medication review, and coordination with other healthcare providers, the client requires a Registered Nurse (RN) who is comfortable reviewing medical histories, understanding medication lists, and coordinating care with other medical professionals when necessary. Familiarity with medical and dental terminology is essential for effective communication with patients and providers.In addition to surgical coordination, the client is looking for someone with strong front desk experience, preferably within a dental or oral surgery practice. The ideal candidate should already be comfortable using Open Dental and confidently manage appointment scheduling, patient communication, and day-to-day front desk coordination. While previous oral surgery experience is highly preferred, candidates with excellent scheduling experience and strong proficiency in Open Dental will also be considered.The successful candidate should be a quick learner who follows instructions carefully, adapts well to changing priorities, and performs confidently in a fast-paced surgical environment. They should also be highly organized, proactive, and committed to providing exceptional patient service while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, accuracy, and HIPAA compliance.In addition to surgical coordination, the Patient Care Coordinator will support the treatment coordinator with administrative tasks, maintain organized patient records, and help ensure accurate communication between patients, providers, and internal staff.Scope of Work / Responsibilities Manage appointment scheduling and patient reminders Coordinate completion of new patient forms, consent forms, and payment requirements prior to appointments Maintain and organize patient records and documentation Respond to patient inquiries and correspondence Coordinate communication between patients and healthcare professionals Assist with pre-operative and post-operative patient coordination Ensure required medical clearances and health documentation are completed prior to surgery Support the treatment coordinator with administrative tasks and documentation preparation Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and documentation trackers Maintain accurate information within the Open Dental practice management system Assist with insurance coordination and EOB processing Ensure all patient communication and records follow HIPAA compliance standards Top 3 Priorities1. Appointment Scheduling & Patient CoordinationEnsure patients complete required forms, consent documentation, insurance requirements, and payment prior to their visit to maintain efficient clinic operations and minimize appointment delays.2. HIPAA Compliance & ReliabilityMaintain strict confidentiality and accuracy when handling protected health information while consistently demonstrating reliability and accountability.3. Pre-operative & Post-operative CoordinationSupport patients throughout their surgical journey by coordinating medical clearances, surgical instructions, follow-up care, and communication with providers.Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Timely completion of assigned tasks with high accuracy Productivity metrics and workflow efficiency Patient-facing outcomes such as reduced appointment delays Reliability and consistency when managing patient data Compliance with HIPAA and data privacy protocols RequirementsRequired Skills & ExperienceClinical & Healthcare Experience Active Registered Nurse (RN) license required Experience reviewing patient medical histories and medication lists Basic familiarity with medications commonly used in surgical or dental settings Familiarity with medical and dental terminology, particularly related to oral surgery Knowledge of oral surgery workflows is highly preferred Front Desk & Patient Coordination Experience Strong front desk experience, preferably in a dental or oral surgery practice Extensive experience with appointm