Administrative/Surgical Scheduling Coordinator

the Client•Anchorage, AK

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This contract role supports the operating room front desk at a healthcare facility in Anchorage, Alaska. The coordinator manages the daily surgery schedule and facilitates communication among OR Charge RNs, staff surgeons, and anesthesiologists. The position monitors schedule progression, coordinates staffing and OR workflows, handles calls and schedule additions, and provides front-desk coverage when the regular caregiver is on PTO. The assignment is three months, with an option to convert to permanent staff if successful.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Epic experience.
Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship or transfer is not available.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the daily surgery schedule from the OR front desk.
Communicate with the OR Charge RN, staff surgeons, and anesthesiologists.
Monitor the schedule and progression updates, call in staff, and coordinate accordingly.
Field discussions with surgeons throughout the day and answer incoming phone calls.
Alert teams to room turns and cleans and manage OR workflows.
Handle calls to add items to the schedule; scheduling is one part of the daily duties.
Work with the OR charge nurse and leads who are present throughout the day.
Provide coverage when the OR front desk caregiver is on PTO.