Surgical Services Scheduler

Hartford Healthcare • Hartford, CT

8h

About The Position

Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common\: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals as well as a Level I trauma center. Hartford Hospital is on the cutting edge of technology & medical care and is home to the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. Housing the Northeast’s largest robotic surgery center, committed to becoming the best in the country for patient safety and is pursuing that goal by taking innovative action and creating a culture of safety at every level within the organization. JOB SUMMARY Supports the needs of the Surgical Services Department by coordinating and maintaining an efficient and cost-effective surgical schedule. The Surgical Services Scheduler assists with coordinating requested equipment, supplies and services.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of experience in a hospital or medical related field with use of computers and data entry functions.
• Fluent in English
• Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, and effectively communicate information
• Working knowledge of medical terminology to include CPT codes and ICD codes
• Accurate grammar, spelling and punctuation skills necessary
• Proficient computer skills to include working knowledge of Windows based software, including word processing, database, and spreadsheet programs.
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills and has excellent interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with departments, employees, physicians and managers.
• Ability to work in stressful environment and demonstrate the ability to handle multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Two to four years of experience in a hospital or medical related field with advanced knowledge of computers and data entry functions
• Epic experience

Responsibilities

• Supports the needs of the Surgical Services Department by coordinating and maintaining an efficient and cost-effective surgical schedule.
• Assists with coordinating requested equipment, supplies and services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED