Scheduler - Interventional Radiology - Days

About the role

Position: Scheduler - Interventional Radiology at University of Oklahoma Medical Center, Interventional Radiology department. Shift: Full‑Time, 40 hours per week, 8:30 am–5:00 pm.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the scheduling of all surgeries, considering desired date, priority, length, etc., to ensure efficient use of surgery suites and staff.
• Maintains a paper 7‑day surgery schedule to safeguard against computer downtime.
• Notifies all necessary parties when schedule changes occur.
• Prints and distributes surgery schedules daily as needed.
• Coordinates schedules with physicians (extensive customer relations responsibility).
• Utilizes the Patient Electronic Medical Record system to compile data and reports as needed.
• Produces Quality Assurance statistics and daily reports related to surgical department efficiency.
• Checks for physician orders and attaches them to patient medical records to ensure appropriate care.
• Communicates professionally with physicians and physician office staff to ensure proper documentation.
• Works closely and professionally with nursing and ancillary departments to maintain a teamwork approach.
• Demonstrates knowledge of occurrence reporting systems and uses them to report potential patient safety issues.
• Assists in resolving patient concerns.
• Practices and adheres to the Code of Conduct philosophy and Mission and Values Statement.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of experience in surgery scheduling required.
• No specific license, certification, or registration required.

Skills

• Advanced communication skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and communicate information calmly.
• Ability to use a surgery scheduling system.
• Ability to work under stress.
• Advanced computer skills, including knowledge of computer scheduling applications and Electronic Medical Record systems.
• Establishes and maintains long‑term customer relationships, building trust and respect by consistently meeting and exceeding expectations.
• Advanced ability to work effectively with other employees, patients, and external parties.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of organizational policies, procedures, and systems.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• 401(k) plan
• Medical and dental plans
• Additional benefits as part of a comprehensive package

Schedule

Full‑Time, 40 hours per week, 8:30 am–5:00 pm.