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How much do surgery office assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for surgery office assistant in the United States is $18.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a surgery office assistant?

Surgery Office Assistants are administrative professionals who provide support in surgical offices or clinics. Their duties typically include scheduling appointments, managing patient records, handling billing and insurance paperwork, and communicating with patients and medical staff. They play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the office so that surgeons and clinical staff can focus on patient care. Strong organizational, communication, and computer skills are essential for this position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a surgery office assistant?

To thrive as a Surgery Office Assistant, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of medical terminology, often supported by a high school diploma or medical office certification. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, scheduling software, and office equipment is typically required. Excellent communication, multitasking abilities, and discretion with confidential information are essential soft skills in this role. These competencies are crucial for ensuring efficient surgical scheduling, accurate record-keeping, and smooth coordination between medical staff and patients.

What are the main challenges faced by a surgery office assistant during high-volume clinic days?

Surgery Office Assistants often experience increased workloads during high-volume clinic days, which can include managing multiple phone calls, coordinating schedules for several surgeons, and handling patient inquiries simultaneously. Staying organized and prioritizing tasks is crucial to ensure timely communication between patients, medical staff, and insurance providers. Adapting quickly to changing priorities and maintaining attention to detail helps minimize errors and support smooth clinic operations.

What is the difference between Surgery Office Assistant vs Medical Receptionist?

AspectSurgery Office AssistantMedical Receptionist
CredentialsHigh school diploma; certification preferredHigh school diploma; certification optional
Work EnvironmentSurgeries, clinics, outpatient facilitiesMedical offices, clinics, hospitals
Job DutiesScheduling surgeries, assisting with patient prep, managing medical recordsGreeting patients, scheduling appointments, handling phone calls

The Surgery Office Assistant and Medical Receptionist roles share similarities in working within healthcare settings and handling patient interactions. However, Surgery Office Assistants focus more on surgical procedures and related administrative tasks, often requiring specific certifications. Medical Receptionists primarily manage front-desk duties across various medical environments. Both roles are essential for smooth healthcare operations but differ in responsibilities and specialized skills.

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Office Assistant I, Vascular Surgery in Newark

Newark, DE • On-site

Christiana Care Health System
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$50K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Job Details

ChristianaCare's Vascular Surgery in Newark is looking for a detail-oriented, adaptable, and highly organized Medical Office Assistant I with strong communication skills and the ability to proactively solve problems in a fast-paced environment.

Vascular Surgery is growing at ChristianaCare. A critically important service within the hospital, Vascular Surgery is medical specialty focused on diagnosing and treating diseases of the body's vascular system- the arteries and veins- excluding the heart and brain.

Vascular Surgery at ChristianaCare | ChristianaCare

The Medical Office Assistant I is the first point of contact between the practice and the patient and is responsible for creating a friendly, welcoming calm and efficient environment for the practice. The Office Assistant serves patients with poise and compassion, fields phone calls, answers patient questions, schedules appointments, registers patients and updates EMR and represents the entire practice every time there is interaction with a patient.practice.

Work Schedule:

  • Monday- Friday: 8:00am- 4:30pm

  • No weekends or holidays.

  • Opportunity for great work-life balance!

Why You'll Love Working at ChristianaCare

  • Comprehensive, FirstDay Health Coverage:
    Comprehensive firstday coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.Caregivers earning under $50,000 pay $0 in paycheck premiums for medical and prescription coverage.Enjoy low deductibles, plus $0 copays for unlimited primary care (inoffice or virtual) with ChristianaCare providers and unlimited urgent care visits at GoHealth facilities.

  • Generous Paid Time Off
    Enjoy 32 days of PTO each year, including 7 major holidays, with options to roll over or cash out unused time.

  • Tuition Reimbursement for Career Growth
    Advance your education with up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement.

  • Grow Your Family with Confidence
    We're here to support every step of your journey to parenthood-whatever that looks like for you. From advanced fertility care through Progyny to free maternity education and support, plus up to $5,000 in adoption assistance, our benefits are designed to help you build your family with confidence and care.

  • Paid Parental Leave
    Receive 12 weeks of paid parental leave to support your growing family, after one year of service.

  • Retirement Planning & Financial Well-Being
    Access two retirement plans, including a 403(b) with up to a 50% match and a company-funded contribution of 3%-5% based on service. Plus, take advantage of free financial coaching, counseling, and budgeting support.

Duties / Responsibilities:
The Medical Office Assistant I handles payments, verifies insurance coverage, coordinates referrals, and reconciles daily appointments and payments. They manage communications by answering calls, relaying messages, and using EMR systems to coordinate with providers and staff. The role includes updating patients, scheduling tests and appointments, maintaining medical records, resolving patient issues, supporting administrative tasks, and following safety protocols, with additional duties as needed.

Position Qualifications:

  • High School Graduate or GED required.

  • Experience in a medical office setting is preferred but not required.

Why ChristianaCare
Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? As a Medical Office Assistant I, you'll play a key role in supporting daily operations and ensuring a smooth, positive experience for patients and staff. This is more than just a job-it's an opportunity to be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to excellent service and care.

When we lead with love, excellence is inevitable.

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Hourly Pay Range: $17.67 - $25.62 This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare's good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Post End Date

Sep 11, 2026

EEO Posting Statement

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visithttps://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/

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