Ortho Spine Scheduler: Master OR Flow and Patient Prep

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascension in Austin, TX seeks a perioperative scheduling coordinator to manage surgical calendars for spine and trauma cases, ensuring efficient operating room utilization and team readiness. This full-time role anchors Seton Northwest with stable hours and a supportive team focused on high-quality patient care.

You will obtain prior authorizations, verify coverage, and coordinate across surgeons, OR staff, clinics, and patients to keep case preparation seamless, even during emergencies.

Qualifications

• Coordinate surgical scheduling and master calendar management for orthopedic spine and trauma cases to optimize operating room utilization and surgical team readiness.
• Obtain prior authorizations and verify insurance coverage for complex surgical procedures to prevent care delays and avoid financial barriers.
• Manage end-to-end perioperative communications across surgeons, hospital OR staff, clinic teams and patients to ensure seamless case preparation.
• Maintain complete schedule accuracy independently in a fast-paced environment, making real-time updates as emergency trauma cases arise.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate surgical scheduling and master calendar management for orthopedic spine and trauma cases to optimize operating room utilization.
• Obtain prior authorizations and verify insurance coverage for complex surgical procedures to prevent care delays and avoid financial barriers.
• Manage end-to-end perioperative communications across surgeons, hospital OR staff, clinic teams and patients to ensure seamless case preparation.
• Maintain complete schedule accuracy independently in a fast-paced environment, making real-time updates as emergency trauma cases arise.

Education

High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience

Job description

Ascension in Austin, TX seeks a perioperative scheduling coordinator to manage surgical calendars for spine and trauma cases, ensuring efficient operating room utilization and team readiness. This full-time role anchors Seton Northwest with stable hours and a supportive team focused on high-quality patient care.

You will obtain prior authorizations, verify coverage, and coordinate across surgeons, OR staff, clinics, and patients to keep case preparation seamless, even during emergencies.