• Schedules all surgical procedures.
• Obtains and enters all necessary information from surgeon or scheduler requesting OR time.
• Is aware of instruments and equipment limitations of the department.
• Communicates with OR Director/Administrator regarding managing block time.
• Allows adequate time for each procedure according to physician request.
• Allows adequate time for room turnover.
• Attempts to schedule similar types of cases in the same room to increase efficiency.
• Communicates special equipment, instrument, supply, and staffing requests to the OR Director.
• Proofreads and edits all surgery schedules before distributing.
• Contact surgeon’s offices two days prior to schedule to confirm surgical times and procedures.
• Refers conflicts and procedural questions to the OR Director.
• Keep all department managers informed of changes affecting current schedule.
• Assists with completing forms for add-on procedures.
• Prepares and distributes a “week at a glance” to assist with departmental staffing.
• Attempts to minimize down time of rooms between cases.
• Prepares final version of schedule for the following day.
• Assists other employees when time allows.
• May be asked to visit surgeon offices for marketing purposes.
• Is consistently punctual and shows a responsible and dependable pattern of attendance.
• Participates and supports BDP/QI programs and activities.
• Cross-train in front desk areas, to include Switchboard, Insurance Verification, and Check-in.

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent telephone etiquette.
• Thorough knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Having the ability to foresee problems.
• Alertness and adaptability to change in situation.
• Holds all patient information confidential.

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Paid time off (vacation & sick leave) – Starting PTO accrual is 15 days per year.
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid holidays 
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, AD&D, auto & home insurance.

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