Surgery Scheduler - OR Coordination & Patient Liaison

OrthoAtlanta, LLC; Brookhaven (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team-oriented culture

Career growth

Meaningful patient interaction

Job summary

OrthoAtlanta in Brookhaven is hiring a Surgery Scheduler to manage surgical calendars, coordinate with surgical teams, and act as the main liaison for patients and providers. This on-site, full-time role emphasizes accuracy, patient-centered communication, and efficient care coordination.

You will verify insurance, maintain Epic EMR schedules, and collaborate with front office and clinical staff to ensure smooth patient journeys in a fast-paced orthopedic practice.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of healthcare experience.
• Working knowledge of medical insurance and terminology.
• Experience with electronic medical records (Epic preferred).
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong time management skills.
• A calm, professional presence under pressure and in fast-paced settings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• A positive, can-do attitude and commitment to patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Schedule surgeries, procedures, diagnostic tests, and follow-up appointments per physician orders and patient needs.
• Act as the primary point of contact for surgical patients, providing information and answering questions.
• Coordinate with Surgical Assistants, operating rooms, and providers to ensure availability of staff, special equipment, and materials.
• Confirm insurance authorizations and ensure all necessary documentation is in place.
• Maintain detailed and accurate schedules in the electronic medical record system.
• Collaborate with front office and clinical staff to ensure smooth transitions of care.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

OrthoAtlanta in Brookhaven is hiring a Surgery Scheduler to manage surgical calendars, coordinate with surgical teams, and act as the main liaison for patients and providers. This on-site, full-time role emphasizes accuracy, patient-centered communication, and efficient care coordination.

You will verify insurance, maintain Epic EMR schedules, and collaborate with front office and clinical staff to ensure smooth patient journeys in a fast-paced orthopedic practice.