Surgery Scheduler

UT Health East Texas•Tyler, TX

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Surgery Scheduler in Tyler, TX. Why Join Us? Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being. People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for. Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care. Get to Know Your Team: UT Health Tyler is the flagship hospital of the system, serving hundreds of thousands annually. Specializing in advanced acute care medicine, our Midtown location boasts a Level 1 trauma center and comprehensive stroke center, the region’s only EMCO program, and a Level III NICU. Our medical staff includes more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) and scheduling software systems.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Epic or similar hospital scheduling systems.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in surgical scheduling or related administrative role, or ORT/CORT in lieu of experience.
Knowledge of medical terminology and surgical procedures.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.).

Responsibilities

The Surgery Scheduler is responsible for coordinating and scheduling surgical procedures for the hospital’s Surgical Services department, Main OR, Olympic OR, and CVOR.
This position ensures accurate, timely, and efficient scheduling of all surgical cases by collaborating with physicians, nursing staff, and ancillary departments.
The Surgery Scheduler verifies availability of anesthesia, operating room, surgical equipment, and supplies to prevent scheduling conflicts, and ensures compliance with hospital policies, HIPAA regulations, and patient confidentiality standards.