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Surgery Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

SURGERY SCHEDULER

Provo, UT ยท On-site

$17.75 - $23/hr

SURGERY SCHEDULAR WILL BE REQUIRED TO GET PRIOR INSURANCE AUTHORIZATIONS FOR PROCEDURES & SURGERIES. KNOWLEDGE OF CPT CODES AND ICD-10 CODES IS HELPFUL BUT NOT REQUIRED. WILL ORGANIZE DAILY SCHEDULE ...

Oral Surgeon

Salt Lake City, UT ยท On-site

$280K - $370K/yr

For more than twenty years, Utah Orthofacial Surgery has proudly served the Salt Lake City community, distinguishing itself as a beacon of excellence in oral surgery. We are seeking a motivated and ...

Surgery Scheduler

Park City, UT ยท On-site

$19.50 - $25.25/hr

Description As an orthopedic office surgery scheduler, your primary responsibility is to effectively manage and coordinate the scheduling of surgical procedures for patients. You will work closely ...

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How much do surgery jobs pay per week?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average weekly pay for surgery in Utah is $1,713.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,278.85 and $2,100.00 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.

What are the most commonly searched types of Surgery jobs in Utah?

The most popular types of Surgery jobs in Utah are:

Infographic showing various Surgery job openings in Utah as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,107 per year, or $42.8 per hour.

Surgery Center Administrator

Mt. Ogden Surgery Center

Ogden, UT โ€ข On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Lead business development efforts by developing networks, market knowledge, and relationships with the business development representative.

  • Ensure the center maintains high standards of service to physicians and patients, and meets all relevant regulations and accreditation requirements.

  • Partner with the Business Office to manage budget controls, monitor accounts receivables and payables, and oversee financial planning.


Job description

This position is incentive eligible.
Introduction

Last year alone, HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours impacting our communities. As a Surgery Center Administrator with Mt. Ogden Surgery Center, you can be a manager in an organization that is devoted to giving!

Benefits

Mt. Ogden Surgery Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
  • Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  • Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  • 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  • Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  • Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  • Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  • Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  • Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  • Colleague recognition program
  • Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  • Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Come join our team as a Surgery Center Administrator. We care for our communities and employees! HCA Hope Fund in fourteen years reached a historic milestone: $50 million in help to our colleagues in need. Last year, HCA Healthcare and our colleagues donated $13.8 million dollars to charitable organizations. Apply Today!

Job Summary and Qualifications

In your role as Surgery Center Administrator, you will create an environment that builds and maintains the center's reputation as the surgery center of choice in your area. Core ways you will influence the reputation is by leading business development efforts, maintaining a high standard of service to physicians and patients, and ensuring your center has exceptional clinical practice standards. You will also be a key member of a team of like-minded peer Administrators that collaborate with one another sharing ideas and best practices. By combining your teamโ€™s resources with those from your physician equity partners, HCA market hospitals, and corporate support teams allow us to continue to set the standard for Ambulatory Surgery together. 

What you will do in this role:

  • Drive industry leading patient satisfaction, physician satisfaction, and employee engagement results for your operation
  • Lead presentations to and maintain strong partnerships with your centerโ€™s Governing Body, Medical Director, overlap hospitals, and your team
  • Lead business development for your center through continually developing your network, market knowledge, and relationship with your business development representative
  • Lead feasibility research for adding service lines and optimizing case mix
  • Leverage your best in class internal corporate support teams in areas such as recruitment, partnership management, legal, business development, risk management, patient safety, human resources, accounting, financial reporting, etc
  • Partner with your Business Office to institute budget controls, monitor accounts receivables and payables, prepare, and project annual budgets
  • Ensure that your facility meets all related local, state, federal, and accrediting-body rules and regulations
  • Effectively manage your controllable costs such as labor and expenses
  • Negotiate and execute favorable center contracts while leveraging your GPO

 What qualifications you will need:

  • Bachelorโ€™s Degree in Business, Nursing or related field
  • Equivalent work experience may substitute degree requirement
  • Minimum (3) years direct experience or related experience
  • Experience in outpatient healthcare operations or similar service environments preferred


Mt. Ogden Surgical Center is alicensed, free standing outpatient surgical facility. We are Joint Commissioned accredited. Thecenter offers ENT, Orthopedics, Ophthalmology, Podiatry, Plastics, General, Urology, Dental and GIservices. Our skilled physicians and staff perform over 550 cases amonth. We are a proud member of HCA Healthcareโ€™s Ambulatory SurgeryDivision.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worldโ€™s Most Ethical Companiesยฎ by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for thedelivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.


"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Become a manager with an organization that invests in your career while giving to the community. We are seeking distinguished applicants for our Surgery Center Administrator opening. Help HCA Healthcare create healthier tomorrows for patients and communities.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.