Medical Secretary (Surgical Scheduling Focus)
West Palm Beach & Delray Beach (floating)
On-Site role
Compensation: $58K-$60K (annualized equivalent)
ABOUT THE ROLE
Our client is seeking a Medical Secretary with a focus on surgical scheduling to support their orthopedic practice across West Palm Beach and Delray Beach. This is a 3-month contract position, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. The Medical Secretary will play a critical role in coordinating and scheduling surgical procedures-particularly orthopedic cases such as hip and shoulder replacements-while managing calendars, case bookings, and ensuring all pre- and post-operative requirements are met. The role serves as a key liaison between physicians, hospital staff, and patients, maintaining accurate documentation within EMR systems and facilitating clear, timely communication throughout the surgical process. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in surgical scheduling, preferably in orthopedics, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with Epic or similar EMR platforms.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Coordinate and schedule surgical procedures, focusing on orthopedic cases such as hip and shoulder replacements
- Communicate regularly with physicians, hospital staff, and patients to facilitate scheduling and information flow
- Manage calendars, case bookings, and pre- and post-operative scheduling for surgical cases
- Upload and maintain patient documentation and results in the electronic medical record (EMR) system
- Ensure all required documentation and surgical clearances are completed prior to procedures
- Serve as a liaison between clinical and administrative teams to support seamless operations
WHAT YOU BRING
- Prior experience in surgical scheduling (orthopedics strongly preferred)
- Experience working with hospital systems and surgical workflows
- Proficiency with Epic or similar EMR systems
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to manage high-volume scheduling and coordination tasks
- Experience working with an older patient population preferred
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
- Opportunity to support a leading orthopedic practice
- Gain valuable experience in surgical scheduling and healthcare administration
- Collaborative work environment with experienced clinical and administrative teams
- Competitive compensation for a contract role