Surgery Scheduler: Multisite Scheduling Maestro

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Surgery Scheduler to coordinate and schedule surgeries, procedures, and follow-up care across multiple physician teams in Seattle and at related clinics. You will balance surgeon schedules and maintain smooth patient flow, using Cerner and related systems to keep communications clear and timely.

The role requires strong organizational skills, excellent communication, and the ability to handle overlapping duties while ensuring continuity of care for

Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience in healthcare or a related environment, with knowledge of medical/surgical terminology.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and de-escalation skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work well under pressure.
• Collaborative, reliable, and punctual.
• Medical Assistant Registered (MA-R) through the State of Washington, sponsored by Virginia Mason, required within 60 days of hire (only if required by the department for patient rooming and workflows).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule surgeries, procedures, and follow-up appointments across multiple physician teams.
• Keep surgeons' operative, procedural, clinic, research, and administrative schedules aligned.
• Manage day-of-visit patient flow, room patients, and Cerner message communications.
• Provide procedure room support and coverage for sick and vacation time to ensure continuity of care.
• Be highly organized and juggle multiple overlapping schedules; maintain clear communication with surgeons, clinic staff, and patients.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

De-escalation skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Tools

Cerner/IDX experience

IBM experience

Job description

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Surgery Scheduler to coordinate and schedule surgeries, procedures, and follow-up care across multiple physician teams in Seattle and at related clinics. You will balance surgeon schedules and maintain smooth patient flow, using Cerner and related systems to keep communications clear and timely.

The role requires strong organizational skills, excellent communication, and the ability to handle overlapping duties while ensuring continuity of care for