Ortho & Spine Surgical Scheduler

Compass-Surgical-Partners; Englewood (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Joint & Spine Center in Englewood, NJ, seeks a Registration Specialist / Surgical Scheduler to coordinate surgical scheduling, patient registration, and front desk operations. This role serves as a key liaison between patients, physicians, and clinical teams, ensuring accurate scheduling, registration, and administrative support.

The position is full-time, Monday–Friday, with hours varying. Experience in healthcare scheduling and a current BLS certification are preferred for success in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; healthcare or surgical scheduling experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows–based systems and scheduling/registration platforms.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Schedule surgical procedures and preoperative appointments in accordance with physician availability, staffing, and equipment needs.
• Monitor schedules, identify conflicts, and communicate changes to appropriate departments.
• Register patients accurately, verifying demographics, insurance, and required documentation.
• Collect copayments and input patient information into scheduling and registration systems.
• Greet patients and visitors; answer phones and respond to inquiries (in-person and by phone).
• Coordinate front desk and reception area activities to support efficient center operations.
• Assemble and maintain patient medical records and ensure confidentiality.
• Communicate professionally with patients, families, physicians, and staff (using translators as needed).
• Support quality improvement, safety, and risk management initiatives.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Prioritization under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Scheduling software

Microsoft Windows

Job description

NYC Joint & Spine Center in Englewood, NJ, seeks a Registration Specialist / Surgical Scheduler to coordinate surgical scheduling, patient registration, and front desk operations. This role serves as a key liaison between patients, physicians, and clinical teams, ensuring accurate scheduling, registration, and administrative support.

The position is full-time, Monday–Friday, with hours varying. Experience in healthcare scheduling and a current BLS certification are preferred for success in a