Surgical Coordinator

Under general supervision, performs complex computer operation duties involving the scheduling of operating room and related equipment, and the posting of patients for operative procedures.

• High School
• Medical terminology course training or relevant experience in the field.

N/A

2 years' prior experience in hospital setting, previous surgical scheduling experience preferred.

• Interpersonal skills required to effectively and cordially interact with physicians, patients and other hospital personnel.
• Analytical skills necessary to prioritize requests according to established procedures often under pressure and with frequent interruptions.

• Reserve all operating rooms; schedule related equipment and post patients for all operative procedures, inpatient and outpatient.
• Cancel scheduled cases in a timely manner.
• Notify affected individuals of all changes in surgery such as date, time or cancellations.
• Prepare and assure the reproduction of the master operating room schedule, collate OR schedules and deliver copies to designated hospital areas.
• Maintain files of necessary records, such as requests pertaining to admission and/or surgery, for each patient posted for admission or surgery.
• Inform physicians' representatives and secretaries of allied hospital services and pertinent related information; i.e., compliance and insurance requirements. Inform secretaries of prerequisites needed to ensure smooth flow of admission of patient.
• Seek assistance from managers when unable to accommodate requests from physician offices and/or operating room Charge Nurse/Managers.
• May input patient charges within the designated bill drop day.

If in GBMC Perinatal Associates Department (578), also:

• Contact insurance companies and obtain surgical authorizations as needed.
• Obtain referrals for surgical procedures from PCPs if needed.
• Obtain all pre‑testing results on patients and forward to Pre‑Admissions Testing Department within the requested timeframe.

I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.

• Treat others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy.
• Listen and respond appropriately to others' needs, feelings, and capabilities.

I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.

• Meet and/or exceed customer expectations.
• Actively pursue learning and self‑development.
• Pay attention to detail; follow through.

I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.

• Set a positive, professional example for others.
• Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them.
• Appropriately plan and utilize required resources for various job duties.
• Report to work regularly and on time.

I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.

• Work cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team.
• Address and resolve conflict in a positive way.
• Seek out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions.
• Acknowledge and celebrate the contribution of others.

I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.

• Demonstrate honesty, integrity and good judgment.
• Respect the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers.

I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.

• Embrace change and improvement in the work environment.
• Continuously seek to improve the quality of products/services.
• Display flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles.
• Achieve results on time by focusing on priorities and managing time efficiently.

$16.79 - $24.37

Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.

GBMC Health Care and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.