Operating Room Scheduler

Job Title: Operating Room Scheduler

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name: Perioperative Support Services

Req #: 0000207803

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $20.00 - $27.00 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Schedules operative procedures via electronic scheduling system, using knowledge of procedures, area of body involved, equipment conflicts, staffing, surgeon preferences, scheduling habits and suite utilization. Works independently at the information desk, contacting patient care areas, takes messages and communicates to appropriate people. The Operating Room Scheduler is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors, etc.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Six to twelve months’ prior experience in a secretarial position
• Successful completion of all orientation programs

Preferred:

• Medical Background
• EPIC experience helpful

Scheduling Requirements:

• Day Shift
• Per Diem (Based on the needs of the department)

Essential Functions:

• Schedules operative procedures via electronic scheduling system, using knowledge of procedures, area of body involved, equipment conflicts, staffing, surgeon preferences, scheduling habits and suite utilization
• Works independently at the information desk, contacts patient care areas, takes messages and communicates with appropriate persons.
• Answers the telephone and interacts with Operating Room staff, physicians,
• Answers the telephone and interacts with Operating Room staff, physicians, hospital personnel and visitors in a courteous, polite manner,
• Communicates information to charge nurse, and OR, any changes in the daily schedule such as add-ons, cancellations or delays
• Calls other units, SDS, holding area, surgical waiting area for any delays,
• Correct use of medical terminology and its use when filling out forms, logs and documentation for the operating room,
• Keeps phone lists current and updates when needed

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer