Surgical Scheduler
About The Position
Your future role at a glance Location: Panama City, FL Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart Bay Department/Specialty: Surgical Services - OR Schedule: Day shift| Full-time | Monday - Friday from 8am - 4:30pm Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. How you’ll make an impact in this role Coordinate surgical schedules across operating rooms to maximize efficiency, minimize delays, and ensure patients receive timely care. Collaborate with physician offices to gather essential case details and align scheduling with clinical needs, surgeon preferences, and patient readiness. Assign operating rooms, equipment, and block times strategically to optimize resource utilization and support smooth daily surgical operations. Verify patient demographic, insurance, and documentation information to prevent scheduling errors and reduce day-of-surgery delays. Adjust surgical schedules quickly in response to emergencies or changes to maintain continuity of care and support patient safety.
Requirements
- High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
- Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
Nice To Haves
- Previous medical/surgical scheduling experience.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate surgical schedules across operating rooms to maximize efficiency, minimize delays, and ensure patients receive timely care.
- Collaborate with physician offices to gather essential case details and align scheduling with clinical needs, surgeon preferences, and patient readiness.
- Assign operating rooms, equipment, and block times strategically to optimize resource utilization and support smooth daily surgical operations.
- Verify patient demographic, insurance, and documentation information to prevent scheduling errors and reduce day-of-surgery delays.
- Adjust surgical schedules quickly in response to emergencies or changes to maintain continuity of care and support patient safety.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
- Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
