Non-Clinical – Administrative/Scheduler

Shift: Day 5×8-Hour (08:00 – 17:00)

Description:

Job Title: Surgery Scheduler
Location: Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, Oakland, CA
Schedule: Onsite | 5×8 8-5 | 16 Weeks |

Requirements:

1 years of experience in surgical scheduling or perioperative services environment

Experience with operating room scheduling and block utilization workflows

Ability to coordinate with physicians and medical office staff

Experience with releasing unused block time and reallocating OR availability

Strong organizational and time management skills in a fast-paced setting

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to monitor scheduling patterns and optimize utilization

Proficiency in coordinating multiple priorities and adapting to changing needs

Preferred Requirements:

Experience in hospital-based perioperative or surgical services department

Experience with OR scheduling systems or EMR platforms

Familiarity with block scheduling optimization strategies

Experience working directly with physician offices or surgical coordinators

Ability to analyze scheduling trends and recommend improvements

Prior experience in temporary or project-based healthcare roles

Summary / Duties:
This temporary Surgery Scheduler will support perioperative services with a focus on optimizing operating room block utilization. The role involves coordinating closely with physicians and their office staff to ensure efficient use of OR time, including releasing unused blocks and reallocating availability to maximize case volume. Responsibilities include monitoring scheduling patterns, maintaining consistent communication with stakeholders, and supporting proactive scheduling adjustments. This is a project-based, non-lead role requiring strong organization, communication, and adaptability in a fast-paced healthcare environment. The position plays a key role in improving OR efficiency and ensuring alignment between surgical demand and available capacity.