Operating Room Scheduler

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Compass Government Solutions is a Woman Owned Small Business serving those who have served our nation and is committed to excellence in our daily practices. At Compass Government Solutions (CGS), our employees are our most valuable piece of the puzzle.

Job Description

Naval Medical Center San Diego – San Diego, CA

Compass Government Solutions is seeking a qualified  Operating Room Scheduler to provide surgical scheduling support services a t Naval Medical Center San Diego.  This role supports efficient operating room operations through surgical case scheduling, block time management, case coordination, and communication with surgical services, anesthesia, and perioperative leadership within a military medical center environment.

This position is full-time, onsite, supporting services  Monday through Friday , typically between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. , with 8-hour shifts and a 30-minute unpaid lunch break.

Job Duties:

• Receive surgical requests, validate submitted information, and schedule surgeries appropriately
• Complete scheduling requests accurately and efficiently
• Enter data into S3 or other surgical scheduling systems without errors, including typographical, spelling, or missing field errors
• Notify the OR Operations Officer or service team chief when special equipment, machines, or grafts are requested
• Develop daily schedules, advanced schedules, and scheduling templates
• Print the next day’s preliminary OR schedule by 0800 for review and approval by the OR Operations Officer
• Track and release OR block time seven calendar days prior to the scheduled OR date
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation of schedule-related operating room activities
• Track and report scheduling activity to the designated element chief or OR leadership
• Import data into Essentris
• Review procedural lists and codes and coordinate with coders to maintain accuracy and currency
• Update procedural and code lists at least quarterly
• Manage Main Operating Room surgical schedules and block time utilization
• Coordinate surgical cases and maintain communication with surgical services, anesthesia teams, and perioperative leadership to support efficient OR operations

Qualifications

Education

• High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalency required

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Basic medical terminology knowledge required
• Experience in medical or surgical scheduling required
• Operating room scheduling experience preferred
• Proficiency with MHS GENESIS and Microsoft Office applications
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Knowledge of surgical scheduling workflows and perioperative coordination processes preferred

Certification

• No certification required

Additional Information

Benefits:

At Compass Government Solutions, we value our team and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and professional growth:

• Competitive Salary – Recognizing your skills and experience.
• Accrued Paid Time Off & Paid Federal Holidays – Balance work and life with time to recharge.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans – Flexible coverage to meet your needs.
• Capital Services' CSI Benefits Packages – Our signature benefit offering enhanced coverage, mental health support, and specialized resources tailored to our employees’ unique needs.
• 401(k) Plan – Planning for your future has never been easier.
• Life & Disability Insurance – Protection and peace of mind for you and your family.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Compass Government Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.