Perioperative Care Coordinator - OR Scheduling & Communications

Lifespan; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 29,053 - 30,362; Full time

Job summary

Lifespan in Providence, RI is seeking a Coordinator for patient flow in the Operating Room (OR). The role includes communicating with physicians, OR staff, and managing same-day OR bookings. Candidates should have a high school diploma and exceptional customer service skills. The work environment can be stressful, and the position works Wednesday through Sunday from 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM.

This opportunity comes with a pay range of $21.09–$22.04 and supports a work culture emphasizing compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence.

Qualifications

• Interpersonal skills to effectively interface with physicians and OR personnel.
• High degree of customer service skills required.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology to understand OR procedures.
• Proficient computer skills to enter and access information.
• One to three months of job-related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Answers telephone and uses proper identification.
• Takes and relays messages for physicians and OR personnel.
• Reviews the surgery schedule and notifies nursing units.
• Coordinates the assignment of OR cases to the rooms.
• Maintains records of all cases processed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Basic medical terminology

Proficient computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lifespan in Providence, RI is seeking a Coordinator for patient flow in the Operating Room (OR). The role includes communicating with physicians, OR staff, and managing same-day OR bookings. Candidates should have a high school diploma and exceptional customer service skills. The work environment can be stressful, and the position works Wednesday through Sunday from 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM.

This opportunity comes with a pay range of $21.09–$22.04 and supports a work culture emphasizing compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence.