Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health·New London, New Hampshire
Responsible for scheduling surgical procedures, equipment, and pre-op testing while coordinating with surgeon offices and hospital departments. Performs daily chart audits and assists with patient flow for pre-operative interviews.
Scheduling Schedules all surgical procedures, necessary equipment, and pre-op testing to ensure a smooth surgical course for the patient. Coordinates patient scheduling with the surgeon's office, and confirms bed availability for inpatient admissions. Schedules all procedures per blocked scheduling requirement and is proactive in filling all daily surgical slots. Interacts with the physician offices and other involved departments to obtain the necessary patient information and records to assure a safe surgical procedure. Consults with other departments, as needed and appropriate, to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient's pre and post-surgical needs. Performs daily chart audits. Assists with Pre-op Interview Patient Flow.
High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of 2 years of similar experience required.
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. A minimum of 2 years of similar experience is required.
Market context
In New Hampshire, surgical services scheduler roles are typically tied to hospitals and outpatient surgical centers that need accurate OR coordination and patient communication. These jobs are competitive because employers often look for prior scheduling experience, strong attention to detail, and comfort working with clinical teams; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your experience matches the scheduling systems and patient-facing duties listed in the description.
