Surgical Services Scheduler - Operating Room , Per Diem

careers-dartmouth-hitchcock; New London (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in New London, NH is seeking a Scheduling Specialist to manage surgical calendars, coordinate with surgeons, and secure bed availability for inpatient procedures.

The role focuses on ensuring accurate pre-operative testing, efficient daily slot filling, and interdisciplinary collaboration to support patients through pre- and post-surgical care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of similar experience required.

Responsibilities

• Schedules all surgical procedures, necessary equipment, and pre-op testing to ensure a smooth surgical course for the patient.
• Coordinates patient scheduling with the surgeon's office, and confirms bed availability for inpatient admissions.
• Schedules all procedures per blocked scheduling requirement and is proactive in filling all daily surgical slots.
• Interacts with the physician offices and other involved departments to obtain the necessary patient information and records to assure a safe surgical procedure.
• Consults with other departments, as needed and appropriate, to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient's pre and post-surgical needs.
• Performs daily chart audits.
• Assists with Pre-op Interview Patient Flow.

Education

High school diploma or equivalence

Job description

Responsibilities

Scheduling

• Schedules all surgical procedures, necessary equipment, and pre-op testing to ensure a smooth surgical course for the patient.


• Coordinates patient scheduling with the surgeon's office, and confirms bed availability for inpatient admissions.


• Schedules all procedures per blocked scheduling requirement and is proactive in filling all daily surgical slots.


• Interacts with the physician offices and other involved departments to obtain the necessary patient information and records to assure a safe surgical procedure.


• Consults with other departments, as needed and appropriate, to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient's pre and post-surgical needs.


• Performs daily chart audits.


• Assists with Pre-op Interview Patient Flow.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Minimum of 2 years of similar experience required.