Surgical Coordinator

Location: NWH, 2014 Washington St, Green Building, Suite 563, Newton, MA 02462

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM (40 hours per week, 30-minute unpaid lunch). Assignment duration: 6 months, with potential for temp-to-perm. Free parking available after a one-time registration fee.

About the role

The Surgical Scheduler plays an important role in coordinating surgical procedures and supporting daily hospital operations.

Responsibilities

• Surgical scheduling and coordination
• Scheduling patient appointments
• Answering phones and gathering screening information
• Managing and relaying messages
• Providing routine patient and staff information
• Coordinating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
• Associate’s Degree in a related field (preferred)
• 5–7 years of administrative experience, preferably in healthcare
• 1–2 years supporting senior-level staff (preferred)
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Strong organization, multitasking, and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Knowledge of hospital administration and healthcare regulations
• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills
• Strong surgical scheduling or surgical coordination experience (required)

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement options