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Supports the OR Coordinator in the facilitation of the operating room area, onboarding, hiring process, employee supervision and staffing. * Monitors performance/attendance and communicates to OR ...

Experience in leadership or coordinator roles is preferred. * Proficient knowledge of ANCC standards and LEAN methodology. * Excellent communication skills and a strong aptitude for professional ...

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How much do or coordinator jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for or coordinator in the United States is $57,869.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,500.00 and $69,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does an OR Coordinator typically collaborate with surgical teams to ensure smooth operations?

An OR Coordinator works closely with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and support staff to schedule procedures, manage room assignments, and address any logistical challenges that arise. Effective communication is essential, as the coordinator must balance the needs of multiple departments while ensuring patient care and safety standards are met. The role often involves troubleshooting issues in real time, such as equipment availability or last-minute schedule adjustments, making adaptability and teamwork crucial skills. Regular briefings and collaboration with clinical leaders help the OR Coordinator anticipate needs and minimize delays.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an OR Coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as an OR Coordinator, you need a solid background in surgical procedures, scheduling, and healthcare administration, typically supported by a nursing degree or equivalent clinical experience. Familiarity with operating room management systems, electronic health records (EHRs), and surgical supply tracking tools is essential. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills help ensure smooth coordination between surgical teams and departments. These competencies are crucial for maintaining efficient operating room workflows, patient safety, and optimal resource utilization.

What is the difference between Or Coordinator vs Surgical Scheduler?

AspectOr CoordinatorSurgical Scheduler
Required CredentialsCertification in healthcare or surgical coordination, relevant experienceMedical office certification, scheduling experience
Work EnvironmentHospitals, outpatient surgical centersMedical offices, clinics, hospitals
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, surgical centersMedical practices, outpatient clinics
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The Or Coordinator and Surgical Scheduler roles both involve coordinating surgical procedures, but the Or Coordinator typically manages the entire surgical process, including patient prep and team coordination, while the Surgical Scheduler focuses mainly on scheduling surgeries and managing calendars. Both roles require healthcare knowledge and experience in medical scheduling, often working in similar healthcare environments.

What are OR Coordinators?

OR Coordinators, or Operating Room Coordinators, are healthcare professionals responsible for managing and coordinating the daily operations of hospital operating rooms. Their duties include scheduling surgical procedures, ensuring the availability of necessary equipment and staff, and maintaining communication between surgical teams, patients, and other hospital departments. OR Coordinators play a critical role in ensuring that surgeries run smoothly and efficiently while maintaining high standards of patient care and safety.
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Infographic showing various Or Coordinator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,869 per year, or $27.8 per hour.

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Ready for a role that supports your unique calling in patient care and fits your life? At Memorial Health University Medical Center, you’ll find clear pathways to advance backed by our unmatched nationwide transfer policy that lets you grow your career when the time is right for you. With mentorship opportunities, clinical education courses, professional certification support, and educational assistance, you will have all the resources you need to build the career of a lifetime.  

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Clinical Nurse Coordinator (CNC) ensures and delivers high quality, patient-centered care and coordination of all functions in the unit/department during the designated shift. In collaboration with other members of the management team, the CNC directs, monitors, and evaluates nursing care in accordance with established policies/procedures, serves as a resource person for staff, and models a commitment to the organization’s vision/mission/values to support an unparalleled patient experience and clinical outcomes that contribute to overall departmental performance.

What you will do in this role:

  • Assists with admission and discharge processes to ensure efficient throughput and high quality, patient-centered care.

  • Participates in the ongoing assessment of the quality of patient care services provided in the unit, in collaboration with other members of the management team.

  • Collaborates with subject matter experts and other managers to create an environment of teamwork that supports improved outcomes and service.

  • Supports a patient-first philosophy and engages in service recovery when necessary.

  • Supports the efforts of the facility to improve engagement by operationalizing current nursing strategies, including employee rounding, hourly rounds, and other initiatives.   

  • Provides recommendations related to interviewing, selecting, and training new staff. Recommends and implements courses of action, including training and development, conflict resolution, personnel policy compliance, completion of performance evaluations, and/or disciplinary actions to ensure a competitively better organization.

  • Assists with staff scheduling. Manages all practical aspects of staff labor in accordance with patient care needs and established productivity guidelines.

  • Supports proper inventory control and assists with managing supplies and equipment.

What qualifications you will need:

    • Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
    • PALS Pediatric Adv Life Supt must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
    • (RN) Registered Nurse
    • Associate Degree, or Registered Nurse Diploma
  • No Travel Required
  • 1 years experience Required Years of Experience
Benefits

Memorial Health University Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Memorial Health University Medical Center has provided quality healthcare services since 1955, giving patients access to highly-trained physicians and advanced technology. Our 600+ bed hospital is one of the region's leading acute care facilities that serves 35 counties across southeast Georgia and southern South Carolina. Located in Savannah, Georgia, we are a regional referral center for heart care, cancer care, trauma care, children's care, high-risk pregnancies and high-risk newborn care. Our hospital includes the region's only Level I trauma center and children's hospital, as well as the Savannah campus of Mercer University School of Medicine.

At Memorial Health, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.

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Erica Rossitto, MBA/HCM, BSN, RN, NEA-BC

Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive

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Join a family that cares about every stage in your career! We are interviewing candidates for our RN Children's OR Coordinator opening. Apply today and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out.

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