Work whereevery momentmattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkCharlotte Hungerford Hospital is a bed general acute care community hospital located in Torrington Connecticut that serves as a regional health care resource for the residents of Litchfield County and Northwest Connecticut CHH offers personalized attention from an expert team of caregivers and physicians that utilize advanced technology and clinical partnerships in a convenient safe and comfortable patient environmentJOB SUMMARYSupports the needs of the Surgical Services Department by coordinating and maintaining an efficient and cost effective surgical schedule The Surgical Services Scheduler assists with coordinating requested equipment supplies and services Efficiently schedules surgical cases as defined by the surgery scheduling guidelines and works to minimize conflicts and delays Prepares final version of the schedule and distributes it to the appropriate departments Ensures completion and accuracy of the procedure order form in relation to requested appointment type and work with the physicianrsquos office to correct any discrepancies prior to booking Maintains the Surgical Grid functions in the electronic scheduling platform Performs all other duties as assignedWork whereevery momentmattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkCharlotte Hungerford Hospital is a bed general acute care community hospital located in Torrington Connecticut that serves as a regional health care resource for the residents of Litchfield County and Northwest Connecticut CHH offers personalized attention from an expert team of caregivers and physicians that utilize advanced technology and clinical partnerships in a convenient safe and comfortable patient environmentJOB SUMMARYSupports the needs of the Surgical Services Department by coordinating and maintaining an efficient and cost effective surgical schedule The Surgical Services Scheduler assists with coordinating requested equipment supplies and services Efficiently schedules surgical cases as defined by the surgery scheduling guidelines and works to minimize conflicts and delays Prepares final version of the schedule and distributes it to the appropriate departments Ensures completion and accuracy of the procedure order form in relation to requested appointment type and work with the physicianrsquos office to correct any discrepancies prior to booking Maintains the Surgical Grid functions in the electronic scheduling platform Performs all other duties as assignedEducationHigh school diploma or equivalentExperienceTwo years of experience in a hospital or medical related field with use of computers and data entry functionsKnowledge Skills and Ability RequirementsAbility to read and understand oral and written instructions and effectively communicate informationWorking knowledge of medical terminology to include CPT codes and ICD codesAccurate grammar spelling and punctuation skills necessaryProficient computer skills to include working knowledge of Windows based software including word processing database and spreadsheet programsDemonstrate strong customer service skills and has excellent interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with departments employees physicians and managersAbility to work in stressful environment and demonstrate the ability to handle multiple prioritiesPreferred RequirementsExperienceTwo to four years of experience in a hospital or medical related field with advanced knowledge of computers and data entry functionsWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balanceEvery moment matters And this isyour momentEducationHigh school diploma or equivalentExperienceTwo years of experience in a hospital or medical related field with use of computers and data entry functionsKnowledge Skills and Ability RequirementsAbility to read and understand oral and written instructions and effectively communicate informationWorking knowledge of medical terminology to include CPT codes and ICD codesAccurate grammar spelling and punctuation skills necessaryProficient computer skills to include working knowledge of Windows based software including word processing database and spreadsheet programsDemonstrate strong customer service skills and has excellent interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with departments employees physicians and managersAbility to work in stressful environment and demonstrate the ability to handle multiple prioritiesPreferred RequirementsExperienceTwo to four years of experience in a hospital or medical related field with advanced knowledge of computers and data entry functionsWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balanceEvery moment matters And this isyour moment