Surgery Scheduler Surgical Services & Regional OR Coordination (Harrisburg, PA)

Job Description

Job Description

Surgery Scheduler – Surgical Services & Regional OR Coordination (Harrisburg, PA)

Job Type: Full-Time, Direct-Hire (Permanent placement on company payroll with immediate full benefits; not a temporary job )

Location: Harrisburg, PA 17101 (Hybrid – Downtown Harrisburg area)

Schedule: Monday – Thursday (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM), Friday (7:00 AM – 11:00 AM); No weekends or holidays!

New Hire Starting Base Pay: $19.74 – $22.22 per hour (Starting pay based on experience, with clear advancement pathways as you build specialized expertise.)

Future Earning Potential: Established employees have the opportunity to earn progressive pay increases up to $29.67 per hour over time through performance, tenure, and continuous learning.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Regional Surgery Scheduling: Coordinate operating room schedules across 12 regional clinical sites, managing block time releases and confirming case details with physician office schedulers.
• Clinical Resource Coordination: Maintain direct communication with operating room staff and anesthesia teams regarding daily case volumes, scheduling conflicts, and resource availability.
• Surgical Charge Entry & Data Auditing: Enter surgical charges and case data into the surgical services documentation system, reviewing nursing documentation to ensure complete, timely, and accurate billing capture.
• Audit & Discrepancy Resolution: Partner with service line coordinators and OR managers to resolve documentation discrepancies, auditing charts and processing adjustments via patient accounts as needed.
• Administrative & Database Management: Maintain surgical databases, answer and direct department calls, and maintain sorted administrative records to support daily business operations.

What We’re Looking For – Minimum Job Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience working in a physician office or medical field required (an Associate degree may be substituted in lieu of experience); previous surgery scheduling and call center/telecommunications experience required .
• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent required (Associate degree preferred).
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with medical database systems, electronic medical record (EMR) scheduling modules, data entry, and surgical charge posting.
• Industry Knowledge: Basic understanding of surgical terminology, OR block scheduling concepts, surgical charge entry processes, and HIPAA regulations.
• Soft Skills: Excellent organizational abilities, sharp attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and strong communication skills.

What We Offer

• Predictable Work-Life Balance: Friday early-outs at 11:00 AM with hybrid flexibility, no weekends, and major holidays off.
• Competitive Compensation & Growth: Starting pay based on experience, with structured career pathways across healthcare operations.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Top-tier health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one.
• Generous Retirement Match: Retirement savings with up to an 8% employer match contribution.
• Education Investment: Up to $6,000/year in tuition assistance plus tuition discounts at 30+ partner schools.