Surgery Scheduler

L.E. Cox Medical Centers; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CoxHealth in Springfield, MO is seeking a Surgery Scheduler to coordinate all patient and attending physician appointments and to maintain block times for surgeons. The role includes providing patient education for appointments, arranging post‑operative follow‑ups, and ensuring clear communication.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, excellent verbal and written communication, and proficiency with computers; Basic Life Support is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in teams.
• Self-starter.
• Proficient in using computers and computer systems.
• Licensure/Certification/Registration required.
• Basic Life Support Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates all necessary appointments for the patient and attending physicians.
• Maintains block times for all physicians.
• Provides patient education as appropriate for appointments, including follow-up after surgery.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Computer proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Facility: Ferrell Duncan Clinic: 1001 E Primrose St., Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807 Department: 1269 Colorectal Surgery SGF Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence: Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times. Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads. Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).

Benefits Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week). For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Job Description

The Surgery Scheduler co-ordinates all necessary appointments for the patient and attending physicians schedule. Maintains block times for all physicians. Provide patient education as appropriate for appointments to include follow up after surgery.

Job Requirements

• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience
• No Prior Experience Required Skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in teams.
• Self starter.
• Proficient in using computers and computer systems
• Licensure/Certification/Registration
• Basic Life Support Certification preferred
• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience
• Required: None Skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in teams.
• Self starter.
• Proficient in using computers and computer systems
• Licensure/Certification/Registration
• Preferred: Basic Life Support Certification

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