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Lead Surgical Assistant

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

Full Time Lead Surgical Assistant - Good Sam Hospital Location: 375 Dixmyth Ave, Cincinnati OH 45220 Work Schedule: * Full time (80 hours bi-weekly) * 7a-3:30p * Call Requirements * No Weekends * No ...

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TriHealth

Lead Surgical Assistant

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

Full Time Lead Surgical Assistant - Good Sam Hospital Location: 375 Dixmyth Ave, Cincinnati OH 45220 Work Schedule: * Full time (80 hours bi-weekly) * 7a-3:30p * Call Requirements * No Weekends * No ...

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TriHealth

Lead Surgical Assistant

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

Full Time Lead Surgical Assistant - Good Sam Hospital Location: 375 Dixmyth Ave, Cincinnati OH 45220 Work Schedule: * Full time (80 hours bi-weekly) * 7a-3:30p * Call Requirements * No Weekends * No ...

TriHealth

$85 - $105/hr

Full Time Lead Surgical Assistant - Good Sam Hospital Location 375 Dixmyth Ave, Cincinnati OH 45220 Work Schedule * Full time (80 hours bi-weekly) * 7a-3:30p * Call Requirements * No Weekends * No ...

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SNODENTAL

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Lead Surgical Assistant

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Lead Dental Surgical Assistant Snodental | Brookhaven & East Cobb, GA Join a Modern, Technology ... Brookhaven & East Cobb, GA Position: Full-Time Schedule: Monday-Friday (occasional schedule ...

Tucson Medical Center

$65 - $85/hr

Lead Surgical Technician - Main OR Job Category Allied Health Schedule Full time Shift 1 - Day Shift Lead Surgical Tech in Main OR- 40 hrs./week SUMMARY : Provides a variety of skilled tasks ...

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Lead Surgical Assistant

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Lead Dental Surgical Assistant Snodental | Brookhaven & East Cobb, GA Join a Modern, Technology ... Brookhaven & East Cobb, GA Position: Full-Time Schedule: Monday-Friday (occasional schedule ...

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How much do lead surgical scheduler jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for lead surgical scheduler in the United States is $21.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $23.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a lead surgical scheduler?

Lead Surgical Schedulers are healthcare professionals responsible for coordinating and managing the scheduling of surgical procedures within a medical facility. They oversee the surgical scheduling team, ensure that surgeries are booked efficiently, and communicate with surgeons, nurses, and patients to confirm all logistical details. Their role also includes handling schedule changes, resolving conflicts, maintaining compliance with hospital policies, and optimizing operating room utilization. Lead Surgical Schedulers play a vital part in ensuring patient safety and smooth surgical operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lead surgical scheduler?

To thrive as a Lead Surgical Scheduler, you need strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and experience in medical scheduling, often supported by a background in healthcare administration. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, surgical scheduling software, and medical terminology is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills help facilitate smooth coordination among surgical teams and departments. These skills are crucial for ensuring efficient surgical workflows, minimizing scheduling errors, and providing optimal patient care.

What are some common challenges a lead surgical scheduler faces and how can they be addressed?

Lead Surgical Schedulers often encounter challenges such as managing last-minute schedule changes, coordinating between multiple surgeons, and ensuring compliance with hospital policies. Balancing the needs of patients, surgeons, and operating room availability requires strong organizational and communication skills. Proactively maintaining clear communication channels, utilizing advanced scheduling software, and regularly collaborating with surgical and administrative teams can help address these challenges effectively and ensure smooth surgical operations.

What is the difference between Lead Surgical Scheduler vs Surgical Scheduler?

AspectLead Surgical SchedulerSurgical Scheduler
CertificationsTypically requires certification in medical scheduling or healthcare administrationMay not require advanced certifications, but familiarity with scheduling software is common
Work EnvironmentWorks in hospitals, outpatient clinics, or surgical centers, often supervising or coordinatingPrimarily handles scheduling tasks within similar healthcare settings
ResponsibilitiesOversees scheduling team, manages complex cases, ensures complianceSchedules surgeries, communicates with patients and staff, manages daily appointments

The Lead Surgical Scheduler generally has additional responsibilities such as supervising staff and managing complex schedules, whereas the Surgical Scheduler focuses mainly on coordinating surgical appointments. Both roles operate in similar healthcare environments and require knowledge of scheduling procedures, but the lead position involves more leadership and oversight.

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Infographic showing various Lead Surgical Scheduler job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,663 per year, or $21.5 per hour.

Surgical Technologist Lead

The Nemours Foundation

Wilmington, DE • On-site

$75 - $105/hr

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Posted 5 days ago

Nemours Children's Health rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 88 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

68th of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

The Perioperative Services Lead Surgical Technologist is responsible for providing guidance, clinical expertise, and mentoring to members of the health care team within the specialty while optimizing available resources to achieve optimal patient outcomes. This position covers General Surgery, Transplant, Trauma, ECMO, GI, and HemOnc.

This primary position at Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware, will include collaboration with the Nemours Ambulatory Surgery Facilities in Pennsylvania and New Jersey to optimize available resources in achieving optimal patient outcomes. This position may require travel to the ambulatory surgery centers. Travel is compensated based on organizational policy.

This position is expected to maintain all state and federal clearances for DE, PA, and NJ for periodic rotation to the surgery centers in Pennsylvania and New Jersey at the discretion of Perioperative Leadership. This includes current Pennsylvania (PA) FBI Fingerprint Report, PA Criminal Background Record, and PA Child Abuse Clearance.

This position requires working shifts aligned with the needs of the department and the assigned FTE of the Lead Surgical Technologist. This position can include on-call and holiday requirements based on the needs of the department.

Responsibilities:

  1. Acts as a clinical resource for perioperative services personnel within the specialty using professional guidelines and evidence-based standards.

  2. Demonstrates proficiency in utilization and application of the electronic medical record, instrument management system, tissue management system, integration, navigation, and all intraoperative technology and software.

  3. Coordinates perioperative patient care with other members of the surgical team to include participation in staffing and scheduling requirements dependent upon the needs of the department.

  4. Performs surgical case management with other members of the surgical team to include timely review of the surgical schedule and revisions to procedure cards.

  5. Acts as a mentor and consultant to advise the perioperative team in areas of specialty expertise.

  6. Assists perioperative personnel in evaluating practice and in creating strategies for further improvement within the specialty

  7. Provides educational resources and coordinate with the perioperative clinical nurse educator regarding perioperative team education specific to the specialty.

  8. Organizes quality or performance improvement activities within the specialty.

  9. Acts as a positive change agent in coordinating, facilitating, and managing change within the specialty area and department.

  10. Facilitates or serves as a member of a multidisciplinary team in planning perioperative patient care related to the specialty area with anticipation of surgical instrumentation, special equipment, support services, and vendor assistance.

  11. Manages the specialty operationally and fiscally to include, but not limited to, new product submissions and annual Capital Budget requests with consideration for financial implications of associated supplies, equipment, and human resources.

  12. Collects and analyzes data that applies to the specialty to facilitate collaboration and negotiation with stakeholders.

Qualifications:
  • Pennsylvania Clearances required upon hire and must be maintained for the duration of employment: PA FBI Fingerprint Report, PA Criminal Background Record, PA Child Abuse Clearance
  • Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Tech in Surgery – Certified (NCCT) required upon hire and must be maintained for the duration of employment in this role.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required upon hire and must be maintained for the duration of employment.
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As one of the nation's leading pediatric health care systems, Nemours is committed to providing all children with their best chance to grow up healthy. We offer integrated, family-centered care to more than 300,000 children each year in our pediatric hospitals, specialty clinics, primary care practices, and school-based health centers in Delaware, Florida, Maryland, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Nemours strives to ensure a healthier tomorrow for all children - even those who may never enter our doors - through our world-changing research, education and advocacy efforts.

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Jacksonville, FL, US

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