Scheduler Surgery- Pre Admission Center- FT- 1st Shift

Huntsville Hospital; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Huntsville seeks an OR Scheduler to manage the scheduling of surgical procedures. The ideal candidate will have a strong customer service background, effective communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This position involves coordinating with various medical staff and requires attention to detail and proficiency in office tasks.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1 year experience in a secretarial/receptionist/customer service role required.
• Medical related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedule elective surgical procedures for the operating room.
• Assist physicians and staff as necessary, providing effective communication.
• Maintain a safe, orderly office environment.

Skills

Communication

Computer Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Personal Computer

Job description

Overview

The OR Scheduler is responsible for scheduling elective surgical procedures for the operating room, endoscopy, and anesthesia only cases outside of the operating room, with the exception of labor and delivery at Women’s and Children and the cath lab. Other responsibilities include assisting physicians and staff as necessary, providing effective communication, maintaining a safe, orderly office environment and assisting in the orientation of new staff.

Qualifications

Education

• High School diploma or GED required.

Experience

• 1 year experience of previous secretarial/receptionist/customer service role required.
• Medical related experience preferred.

Additional Skills/Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Must be able to operate communication system appropriately (telephones, fax machine).
• Must have customer service orientation. (Ability to communicate and articulate effectively in English with people from diverse socio-economic backgrounds.; Ability to use effective interpersonal and teamwork skills when working with a variety of people and situations.)
• Must be able to utilize effective time management skills, organize workload, accomplish goals and objectives, and meet deadlines.
• Must be able to establish priorities, delegate when required and follow up in problem solving. (Including the ability to adapt to an often stressful and rapidly changing environment.)
• Must be attentive to detail.
• Ability to problem solve and negotiate for positive results with staff and physicians.
• Basic keyboard, or ability to use a personal computer.