Scheduler Surgery- OR Main- FT- 1st Shift

The OR Scheduler is responsible for scheduling elective surgical procedures for the operating room, endoscopy, and anesthesia only cases outside of the operating room, with the exception of labor and delivery at Women’s and Children and the cath lab. Other responsibilities include assisting physicians and staff as necessary, providing effective communication, maintaining a safe, orderly office environment and assisting in the orientation of new staff.

Education

• High School diploma or GED required.

Experience

• 1 year experience of previous secretarial/receptionist/customer service role required.
• Medical related experience preferred.

Additional Skills/Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Must be able to operate communication system appropriately (telephones, fax machine).
• Must have customer service orientation. (Ability to communicate and articulate effectively in English with people from diverse socio-economic backgrounds.; Ability to use effective interpersonal and teamwork skills when working with a variety of people and situations.)
• Must be able to utilize effective time management skills, organize workload, accomplish goals and objectives, and meet deadlines.
• Must be able to establish priorities, delegate when required and follow up in problem solving. (Including the ability to adapt to an often stressful and rapidly changing environment.)
• Must be attentive to detail.
• Ability to problem solve and negotiate for positive results with staff and physicians.
• Basic keyboard, or ability to use a personal computer.

Highlights of our hospitals

Huntsville Hospital was recently named Best Regional Hospital and #2 in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report. With 971 beds, a specialized Orthopedic & Spine Tower, a Level III Regional Neonatal ICU, and the largest Emergency Department and Level 1 Trauma Center in the state with our own specialized Red Shirt Trauma Program, there are many opportunities to apply your knowledge and skills. We are a certified Primary Stroke Center and named "One of the Top 100 Hospitals in the Nation with Great Heart Programs." From six cath labs and four EP labs to multiple medical and step-down units, you can continually grow your skillset! We offer a training center on campus for continuing education, Shared Governance Program, Clinical Ladder for professional development, The Daisy Award, and if  you are a new grad, a Nurse Residency Program to help you transition from student to professional nurse. We care about you and your well-being by offering an excellent benefits package, childcare, health and wellness programs, an onsite employee pharmacy, a free health clinic, tuition assistance, and much more. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are a partner to the U.S. Army’s Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) program. 
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Huntsville Hospital Benefits:

We are committed to providing competitive benefits. Our benefits package for eligible employees includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending; short term and long term disability; several retirement account options with 401K organization match; nurse residency program; tuition assistance; student loan reimbursement; On-site training and education opportunities; Employee Discounts to phone providers, local restaurants, tickets to shows, apartment application and much more!

 Learn more about Huntsville Hospital Health System:

• Careers: https://careers.hhsys.org/careers-home
• Benefits: https://careers.hhsys.org/us/en/benefits
• Education & Professional Development: https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/education
• Life In Huntsville: https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/about-huntsville-al