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Scheduling Coordinator

Cumming, GA · On-site

$15.75 - $20/hr

Georgia Surgical Arts - Oral Surgery NEW OFFICE! COME JOIN OUR TEAM Oral Surgery Scheduling Coordinator In-office | Full-time Cuming, GA About the Opportunity We are an elite oral surgery practice ...

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Scheduling Coordinator

Hendersonville, NC · On-site

$16.25 - $20.75/hr

Southern Dental Implants and Oral Surgery WE ARE HIRING, COME JOIN OUR TEAM Oral Surgery Scheduling Coordinator In-office | Full-time Hendersonville, NC About the Opportunity Website: Southern Dental ...

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Scheduling Coordinator

Louisville, KY · On-site

$17 - $21.50/hr

Summary Scheduling Coordinator - Vascular Surgery Baptist Health Medical Group St. Matthews Area | Full-Time | First Shift Make a Difference Every Day Are you an organized, detail-oriented ...

Scheduling Coordinator

Blue Bell, PA · On-site

$17 - $21.50/hr

Arch Dental Implants &Oral Surgery Scheduling Coordinator Full-Time | Blue Bell + occasional travel to Doylestown | This is an in-office position. We are an elite oral surgery practice that is ...

Scheduling Coordinator

New Albany, IN · On-site

$16.50 - $20.75/hr

Summary Scheduling Coordinator - Vascular Surgery Baptist Health Medical Group St. Matthews Area | Full-Time | First Shift Make a Difference Every Day Are you an organized, detail-oriented ...

Scheduling Coordinator

Louisville, KY

$17 - $21.50/hr

Summary Scheduling Coordinator - Vascular Surgery Baptist Health Medical Group St. Matthews Area | Full-Time | First Shift Make a Difference Every Day Are you an organized, detail-oriented ...

Scheduling Coordinator

Windsor, CT · On-site

$17.75 - $22.25/hr

Peak Dental Implants and Oral Surgery Scheduling Coordinator Full-Time | Windsor | This is an in-office position. We are an elite oral surgery practice that is committed to exceptional care for our ...

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Scheduling Coordinator

Cumming, GA · On-site

$15.75 - $20/hr

Oral Surgery Scheduling Coordinator Georgia Surgical Arts - Oral Surgery NEW OFFICE! COME JOIN OUR TEAM In-office | Full-time Cuming, GA About the Opportunity We are an elite oral surgery practice ...

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How much do surgery scheduling coordinator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for surgery scheduling coordinator in the United States is $21.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Surgery Scheduling Coordinator vs Medical Office Assistant?

AspectSurgery Scheduling CoordinatorMedical Office Assistant
CredentialsHigh school diploma, certification in medical scheduling preferredHigh school diploma, medical assisting certification often required
Work EnvironmentHospitals, surgical clinics, outpatient centersDoctor's offices, clinics, outpatient facilities
Job ResponsibilitiesScheduling surgeries, coordinating with medical staff, managing patient appointmentsHandling patient check-in/out, administrative tasks, basic clerical duties

The Surgery Scheduling Coordinator primarily focuses on scheduling surgeries and coordinating with surgical teams, while the Medical Office Assistant handles broader administrative tasks in medical settings. Both roles require strong organizational skills and healthcare knowledge, but the Surgery Scheduling Coordinator specializes in surgical procedures and patient scheduling.

What does a surgery scheduling coordinator do?

A surgery scheduling coordinator is responsible for ensuring that all aspects of a surgical operation are properly scheduled. Your duties in this career are to ensure that there are surgeons available to perform the surgery for the patient and that there are the appropriate staff on-call or scheduled to help. Your responsibilities may also include discussing pre-operative issues with the patient and ensuring that they understand the scope and risks associated with the procedures. You also keep meticulous patient records.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a surgery scheduling coordinator?

To thrive as a Surgery Scheduling Coordinator, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with medical terminology, often supported by experience in healthcare administration or a related associate degree. Proficiency with scheduling software, electronic health records (EHR) systems, and insurance verification tools is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to multitask under pressure are crucial soft skills in this role. These skills ensure efficient surgical scheduling, minimize errors, and facilitate smooth coordination among medical staff, patients, and insurance providers.

What does a surgery scheduling coordinator do?

A Surgery Scheduling Coordinator is responsible for organizing and managing all aspects of scheduling surgical procedures within a healthcare facility. They communicate with patients, surgeons, and other medical staff to ensure that surgeries are booked efficiently and all necessary pre-operative requirements are met. This role involves verifying insurance, coordinating operating room availability, and maintaining accurate records to ensure smooth surgical operations. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for this position.

What are some common challenges faced by surgery scheduling coordinators, and how are they addressed on the job?

Surgery Scheduling Coordinators often encounter challenges such as last-minute schedule changes, coordinating between multiple departments, and ensuring all preoperative requirements are met. These challenges are typically managed through strong organizational skills, effective communication with surgical teams and patients, and the use of specialized scheduling software. Proactively confirming details and maintaining flexibility are key strategies to ensure surgeries are scheduled efficiently and patient care is not compromised.
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Infographic showing various Surgery Scheduling Coordinator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,387 per year, or $21.3 per hour.

Surgery Scheduling Coordinator, full time (rotating weekend on-call responsibility required)

Holland Hospital

Holland, MI • On-site

$18.26 - $27.89/hr

Other

Posted 7 days ago


Holland Hospital rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 33 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

714th of 1,054 rated hospitals


Job description

CURRENT HOLLAND HOSPITAL EMPLOYEES- Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday employee account.
Under minimal supervision, performs duties related to the scheduling of surgical cases and prints various reports for distribution, including the daily surgical schedule. Prepares posts and processes patient charges. Assists RN (Charge Nurse or Coordinator) in facilitating the surgery schedule and coordinates activities at the OR control desk.
Job Type: Full Time (72 hours every two weeks)
Shift Length: 8/10/12 hour shifts (will vary)
Wage Range: $18.26-$27.89
Education Requirements:
-High school diploma/GED, or higher education
Clerical:

  • Participates in maintaining a confidential, safe, patient-focused office.
  • Communicates well with clinical staff, Physician offices, and external customers as well as with the multi-disciplinary team of providers.
  • Efficiently manages the scheduling of multiple procedures requests by multiple providers to multiple areas.
  • Ensures that all details are covered to ensure a smooth process for patients and their families. Maintains an organized work environment and remains efficient with multiple interruptions. Proficient with OR Information/Scheduling system.
  • Maintains appropriate knowledge of existing surgical systems and software needed to support Surgical Services.
  • Stays current with new procedures and preference cards associated with the procedures.
  • Coordinates daily and future surgery schedules for multiple areas (Surgery Center, Endoscopy, Main OR).
  • Communicates changes to Physicians, staff, and appropriate support departments.
  • Updates and reviews projected surgery schedule to facilitate case sequence and maximize utilization of OR resources/time.
  • Maintains professional and courteous demeanor during all phone and face to face interactions with providers and other members of the healthcare team.
Practice Care Coordination:
  • Communicates all pertinent aspects of patient surgery to other members of the healthcare team including surgeons, physician's assistants, medical assistants, clinical staff and implant representatives.
  • Communicates visit date, time and reason with clinical staff.
  • Provide clinical staff with complete and accurate information related to each surgery patient to ensure that incoming patient inquiries can be addressed completely and accurately with no delay. Communicate pertinent case information to other departments including pre-admission testing, radiology, laboratory and surgery.
Surgery Coordination:
  • Coordinate and schedule patient appointments in pre-admission testing and total joint class.
  • Communicate with PAT team members and supply all necessary medical information to insure accurate pre-surgical preparation.
  • Verifies procedure is correct for Surgical Consent.
Changes:
  • Enters correct implants for charging purposes.
  • Runs reports and verifies all charges are correct.
  • Follows up with clinical staff on charging errors.
Control Desk:
  • Facilitates the daily surgery schedule with the Charge Nurse and Charge Anesthesia Provider.
  • Contacts Surgeons/Offices/other departments with any changes to the daily schedule.
  • Coordinates all daily activities at the Control Desk.

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