Surgical Scheduler - Optimize OR Time & Patient Access

Henry Ford Health; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Southfield, MI is seeking a Surgical Scheduler to coordinate OR surgery schedules and optimize use of rooms, staff and equipment. The role requires accurate data entry into the EMR and close collaboration with physicians and admitting staff.

Full-time position with standard business hours; prior healthcare scheduling experience and familiarity with insurance authorization are preferred to support efficient patient care and operating room flow.

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency.
• 1 year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.
• Licensure/certification can substitute for education/experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate OR surgery schedules to maximize OR usage and staff efficiency.
• Assign operating suites and equipment and block times.
• Ensure demographic, billing and insurance data is entered into EMR and coordinate with Patient Admitting.
• May reschedule surgeries to accommodate emergencies or other events.

Skills

Scheduling experience

Healthcare administration

EMR data entry

Education

High School diploma equivalency

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Henry Ford Health in Southfield, MI is seeking a Surgical Scheduler to coordinate OR surgery schedules and optimize use of rooms, staff and equipment. The role requires accurate data entry into the EMR and close collaboration with physicians and admitting staff.

Full-time position with standard business hours; prior healthcare scheduling experience and familiarity with insurance authorization are preferred to support efficient patient care and operating room flow.