Surgical Scheduler

Surgical Clerk/Scheduler Position Purpose

The Surgical Clerk/Scheduler is an ancillary nursing team member who functions under the direct guidance of the Charge Nurse and Director/Manager of Surgical Services. The Clerk/Scheduler will perform tasks related to the optimal functioning of the nursing staff and patients.

What the Surgical Scheduler Will Do

• Computer data entry activities including daily, monthly and yearly stats concerning all aspects of surgical procedures
• Ordering and checking in of all office supplies in the Surgical Services Department
• Building of the daily Surgical Services employee call schedule
• Scheduling of all surgical procedures to be done in Surgery Department and assist as needed with scheduling in Endoscopy and Outpatient Procedure Room
• Open and active communication with Surgery Manager for coordination of block time scheduling for Surgeons and interaction with Inventory Coordinator for needed special equipment
• Working directly with other hospital departments, ordering equipment, tests and needed maintenance along with coordinating patient needs
• Working directly with other hospitals and doctor offices obtaining accurate patient information to be entered into the computer to build a daily Surgical Schedule

Minimum Qualifications

• Current High School Diploma or GED
• CNA or MA preferred
• CPR required within 90 days of hire