Surgical Scheduler, SGPA, Gastroenterology, Full-Time, Brunswick

Southeast Georgia Health System Inc / SGHS; Brunswick (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Shift differentials

Sign-on bonus

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Job summary

Southeast Georgia Health System is seeking a Full-Time Surgical Scheduler to join SGPA Gastroenterology in Brunswick, GA. The scheduler posts surgical cases, verifies codes, and coordinates with physicians, patients, and Surgical Services to ensure timely operations.

This on-site role requires 1–3 years of secretarial experience in a medical office, strong computer skills, and familiarity with medical terminology and coding.

Qualifications

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent.
• Experience: 1–3 years of secretarial experience; clerical experience in medical or business office preferred.
• Knowledge, skills, & abilities: computer literacy, medical terminology, medical coding, office equipment operation, and basic bookkeeping

Responsibilities

• Prepare surgical posting sheets with procedure, codes and instrumentation.
• Check medical necessity via current software for payor requirements.
• Obtain required treatment authorizations from payors.
• Post surgical procedures with Surgical Services and inform patients of surgery times.
• Manage daily surgical schedules for each surgeon and communicate with offices and services.
• Coordinate with equipment/instrument representatives for cases.
• Operate computer, telephone, and fax systems.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient and practice information.
• Collaborate with other Health System departments as needed.
• Demonstrate courteous and professional behavior in all interactions.

Skills

Computer literacy

Medical terminology

Medical coding

Office equipment

Scanner

Calculator

Fax

Copier

Telephone

Credit card terminal

Bookkeeping

Filing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Surgical Scheduler, SGPA, Gastroenterology, Full-Time, Brunswick

Job Category: Health Care

Requisition Number: SCHED005016

• Posted : October 23, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Description

Southeast Georgia Health System is seeking a Full-TimeSurgical Scheduler to join our Southeast Georgia Physician Associates (SGPA) Gastroenterologyteam inBrunswick, GA. In this role, you will be responsible for providing a variety of clerical duties in support of the medical office. Codes, pre-certs and posts surgical cases with surgical services.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for preparation of surgical posting sheet, including procedure, codes and instrumentation.
• Utilizes current software to check medical necessity according to commercial, federal and state payor requirements.
• Obtains requisite treatment authorizations from commercial, federal and state payors as required.
• Posts surgical procedure with Surgical Services and communicates with patients regarding the time of surgery.
• Manages daily surgical schedule for each surgeon. Provides consistent communication between physician office and Surgical Services.
• Contacts equipment/ instrument representative for each case as required.
• Operates the computer system, telephone and fax machine.
• Follows established procedures to maintain confidentiality of all patients and practice related information.
• Works collaboratively with other Health System departments as necessary.
• Exhibits positive interpersonal communication skills. Demonstrates courteous and professional behavior.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High school graduate or equivalent.

Experience

• 1 to 3 years of secretarial experience required.
• Clerical experience in a medical or business office preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Computer literate, medical terminology, medical coding, ability to operate office equipment, scanner, calculator, fax, copier, telephone, credit card terminal, bookkeeping and filing.

Why Join Southeast Georgia Health System?

• Mission-driven organization committed to safe, high-quality, and accessible care
• Outstanding work-life balance in a coastal community with mild winters and natural beauty
• Strong culture of collaboration, professionalism, and respect
• Meaningful opportunities for career growth and advancement without a large-city commute
• Membership in Coastal Community Health, a regional partnership with Baptist Health focused on advancing care quality and value
• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Competitive Pay + Shift Differentials
• Sign-on Bonuses may be available for full-time roles
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Wellness programs

Equal Opportunity Employer

Southeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all federal employment laws. Applicants may review their rights in the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Qualifications

Experience

Preferred

High School graduate or equivalent required.1- 3 years secretarial experience required. Clerical experience in a medical or business office preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.