Surgery Scheduler – Day Shift, Growth & Benefits

Ardent Health Services; Westwood (NJ); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Health benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Ardent Health Services in Westwood, NJ is hiring a day shift, full-time Surgery Scheduler to arrange surgical and non-surgical procedures and pre-surgical testing.

The role coordinates testing, ensures consents, and serves as a compassionate liaison among patients, referrals, and care teams. A high school diploma and EMR experience are required; preferred credentials include an Associate’s degree, CST, and hospital setting experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Understanding and use of Electronic Health Record (EMR).
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology and attention to detail.
• Preferred: Associate’s degree.
• Preferred: CST certification.
• Preferred: 1+ years hospital or physician practice experience.

Responsibilities

• The Scheduler arranges appointments for surgical and non-surgical procedures and pre-surgical testing.
• Schedules surgeries and procedures for all specialties.
• Coordinates all required testing and procedures.
• Ensures all pre-testing, information and consents are on-site prior to admission.
• Acts as a liaison with patients, referrals and care teams with compassion.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

CST certification

Associate’s degree

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Surgery Scheduler in Westwood, NJ.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive:We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuitionassistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First:We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better:We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
• Learn more about thebenefits offeredfor this job.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center is a 128-bed, full-service, acute-care community hospital with a new emergency department, a state-of-the-art maternity center, a women's imaging center, and an ICU.

Responsibilities

• The Scheduler arranges appointments for surgical and non-surgical procedures along with pre-surgical testing for various specialties.
• Schedules surgeries and procedures for all specialties.
• Coordinates all required testing and procedures.
• Ensures all required pre-testing, patient information, and consents have been obtained and are on-site prior to the patient’s admission to the hospital.
• Acts as a liaison with patients, referrals, general practitioners, health care professionals, and patients’ family members in a compassionate and kind manner.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

• Understanding and use of Electronic Health Record (EMR).

• Strong knowledge of medical terminology and attention to detail.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Associate’s degree.

• Certified Scheduling Technician (CST).

• 1+ years’ experience in a hospital or physician practice setting.

Rate of pay isdeterminedbased on experience and education, and may include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role.