Lead Surgery Scheduler: OR Coordination & Training

Banner Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Lead Surgery Scheduler to manage perioperative scheduling using Cerner Schedule Book, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in the OR. This full-time role operates on a 7:30a–4:00p schedule and supports coordination with OR staff, physicians, and leadership.

The position requires 3–5 years of surgery scheduling experience in hospital OR or physician offices, strong organizational abilities, and excellent communication skills to maintain high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of surgery scheduling experience; hospital OR or physician office setting preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of payor contract terms and processes.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and teamwork to coordinate across departments.

Responsibilities

• Provide training and mentorship to Surgery Schedulers; act as a resource for complex cases.
• Verify orders, authorizations, patient history, and required tests in a timely manner.
• Build relationships with Physicians, Leadership and OR staff; serve as liaison between departments.
• Identify learning needs and assist with education and training plans.
• Monitor scheduling processes and identify cancellations; propose improvements.
• Schedule surgeries and procedures; maintain smooth workflow with minimal supervision.

Skills

Surgery scheduling

Medical terminology

Payor contracts

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Cerner Schedule Book

Job description

Banner Health in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Lead Surgery Scheduler to manage perioperative scheduling using Cerner Schedule Book, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in the OR. This full-time role operates on a 7:30a–4:00p schedule and supports coordination with OR staff, physicians, and leadership.

The position requires 3–5 years of surgery scheduling experience in hospital OR or physician offices, strong organizational abilities, and excellent communication skills to maintain high-quality patient care.