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Surgery Scheduler

Louisville, KY · On-site

$17.25 - $22.25/hr

Surgery Scheduler provides an essential level of personal attention to each of our surgical patients. S/he will serve as a "one-stop" resource to our patients for both clinical and procedural ...

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How much do surgery jobs pay per week?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average weekly pay for surgery in Kentucky is $1,634.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,219.23 and $2,003.85 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a surgeon do?

Surgeons are medical doctors who specialize in performing operations to treat injuries, diseases, and deformities. Their responsibilities include assessing patients, recommending surgical procedures, and carrying out surgeries in sterile environments. They also monitor patients before and after operations, collaborate with other healthcare professionals, and stay updated on the latest surgical techniques. Surgeons may further specialize in areas such as orthopedic, cardiovascular, or pediatric surgery.

How to get a job in surgery?

The various jobs in surgery all require different qualifications because of their unique duties. Surgical schedulers are the only ones who may not need to attend some form of medical school to do their jobs. They likely only need previous office experience in medical scheduling. Surgical technicians and surgical assistants need to complete certification programs, which can be earned on their own or as part of an associate degree program. Operating room nurses are registered nurses and need to get their bachelor's of science in nursing and take specialty courses in surgery to work in an operating room. Surgeons must complete medical school and surgical residency before pursuing board certification.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a surgical career?

A successful surgeon requires an in-depth medical education, surgical residency training, and board certification, with exceptional knowledge of anatomy and surgical procedures. Mastery of surgical instruments, operating room technology, and familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems are essential. Manual dexterity, attention to detail, strong decision-making, and effective communication set outstanding surgeons apart. These competencies are crucial for ensuring patient safety, optimal surgical outcomes, and seamless collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.

What are some common challenges surgeons face in balancing patient care and administrative responsibilities?

Surgeons often juggle a demanding schedule that includes not only performing operations but also managing pre- and post-operative care, documentation, and attending departmental meetings. Balancing direct patient care with administrative duties can be challenging, especially as healthcare regulations and electronic health record requirements increase. Efficient time management, delegation when appropriate, and strong communication with support staff are essential to maintaining high-quality care while fulfilling documentation and reporting obligations. Many hospitals also offer training and tools to help surgeons streamline administrative tasks and focus more on their clinical responsibilities.

What is the difference between Surgery vs Anesthesiology?

AspectSurgeryAnesthesiology
Required CredentialsMedical degree, surgical residency, board certificationMedical degree, anesthesiology residency, board certification
Work EnvironmentOperating rooms, hospitals, clinicsOperating rooms, hospitals, clinics
Industry UsagePerforms surgical proceduresManages anesthesia and pain control during surgeries
Common Search/ComparisonOften compared for surgical rolesFocuses on anesthesia aspects

While both Surgery and Anesthesiology are medical specialties working closely in the operating room, Surgery involves performing the actual procedures, whereas Anesthesiology focuses on anesthesia management and pain control during surgeries. Both require similar credentials and work environments, but their roles differ significantly in patient care.

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Infographic showing various Surgery job openings in Kentucky as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 7% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,011 per year, or $40.9 per hour.

Oral Surgery Surgical Assistant

East Louisville Oral Surgery

Louisville, KY • On-site

$18.25 - $23.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Innovative Oral Surgery and Dental Implant Studio, PLC in Louisville, KY.


We are a family-owned and operated practice who truly takes care of our team and values everyone in our organization. We offer a professional, patient-centric, rewarding environment and our goal is to provide our community exceptional oral surgical care through our passion, integrity, and genuine concern for each and every patient we treat. We challenge ourselves to make a difference.


Please visit the google reviews for our office East Louisville Oral Surgery and Dental Implants to find out what our patients say about their time in our office. We are proud of the positive experiences we are able to provide our patients.


We are looking for an Oral Surgical Assistant to help care for our growing patient population. The right candidate must be highly motivated and possess an interest in exceptional patient care. A successful surgical assistant will be able to take the initiative and organize surgical procedures effectively, as well as communicate well with the rest of the team. Candidates must have a great attitude and be a team player. We have three beautiful offices and a great team.


Responsibilities: Assist with surgical procedures. Prepare patients for surgery. Monitor the vital signs of patients during surgery. Complete necessary documentation such as consent forms, anesthesia records, and surgical notes, clearances, or any other clerical work that may be needed. Maintain and check surgical instruments and equipment. Deep cleaning of operatories, instruments and equipment. Keeping track of stock and ordering of supplies. Assisting in taking patient phone calls and scheduling. Use good judgment when dealing with patients, visitors, families, and co-workers.


Experience in healthcare as a dental assistant-medical assistant or EDDA would be helpful and translate well to this position. X-ray certification is a plus but we can help provide the right candidate with this certification.


Benefits:

401(k), bereavement leave, health insurance reimbursement, certification reimbursement, on-the-job training, paid time off, travel reimbursement, uniform allowance.


Medical Specialty:

  • Surgery

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Experience:

  • Dental assisting: 1 year (Preferred)
  • medical-dental: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • X-Ray Certification (Preferred)


Work Location: In person- traveling between both our Louisville locations and sometimes our Bardstown, KY office.

Benefits:


  • 401(k)
  • Bereavement leave
  • On-the-job training
  • Paid time off
  • Uniform allowance


Work Location: In person