Surgical Scheduler

Compass Surgical Partners; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Joint & Spine Center is seeking a Registration Specialist / Surgical Scheduler to coordinate perioperative scheduling, patient registration, and front desk support in a fast-paced outpatient setting. You will act as a liaison among patients, physicians, and clinical teams, ensuring accurate scheduling, registration, and communication.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, familiarity with scheduling platforms, and a healthcare mindset.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Healthcare or surgical scheduling experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Windows-based systems and scheduling/registration platforms.

Responsibilities

• Schedule surgical procedures and preoperative appointments in accordance with physician availability, staffing, and equipment needs.
• Monitor schedules, identify conflicts, and communicate changes to appropriate departments.
• Register patients accurately, verifying demographics, insurance, and required documentation.
• Collect copayments and input patient information into scheduling and registration systems.
• Greet patients and visitors; answer phones and respond to in-person and telephone inquiries.
• Coordinate front desk and reception area activities to support efficient center operations.
• Assemble and maintain patient medical records and ensure confidentiality.
• Communicate professionally with patients, families, physicians, and staff (using translators as needed).
• Support quality improvement, safety, and risk management initiatives.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the front desk and nourishment areas.
• Perform clerical and administrative duties, including supply management and record maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service

BLS certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Scheduling platforms

Job description

Location: NYC Joint & Spine Center- Englewood

Address: 34 S Dean Street, Suite 201, Englewood, NJ 07631

Website: https://nycjointspine.com/

NYC Joint & Spine Center is a leading outpatient surgical facility focused on orthopedic, spine, plastics, podiatry and total joint care. With two well-equipped operating rooms and a collaborative clinical environment, our team delivers efficient, patient-centered care for individuals seeking high-quality surgical treatment close to home. Location is in partnership with Compass Surgical Partners, an ASC Management organization.

Role Summary

The Registration Specialist / Surgical Scheduler supports a seamless perioperative experience by coordinating surgical scheduling, patient registration, and front desk operations. This role serves as a key liaison between patients, physicians, and clinical teams, ensuring accurate scheduling, registration, communication, and administrative support while maintaining a patient-centered, professional environment.

Schedule

Full time, Monday- Friday (Hours vary)

What You’ll Do

• Schedule surgical procedures and preoperative appointments in accordance with physician availability, staffing, and equipment needs
• Monitor schedules, identify conflicts, and communicate changes to appropriate departments
• Register patients accurately, verifying demographics, insurance, and required documentation
• Collect copayments and input patient information into scheduling and registration systems
• Greet patients and visitors; answer phones and respond to in-person and telephone inquiries
• Coordinate front desk and reception area activities to support efficient center operations
• Assemble and maintain patient medical records and ensure confidentiality
• Communicate professionally with patients, families, physicians, and staff (using translators as needed)
• Support quality improvement, safety, and risk management initiatives
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of the front desk and nourishment areas
• Perform clerical and administrative duties, including supply management and record maintenance
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or GED required; healthcare or surgical scheduling experience preferred
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows–based systems and scheduling/registration platforms
• Current BLS certification

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Prolonged standing, walking, sitting, and frequent use of hands and arms
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or balance as needed