The Operating Room Systems Coordinator supports the planning and implementation of healthcare information systems for surgical services. This full-time, day-shift position applies systems analysis principles to coordinate the development of automated programs and projects, with a focus on data management systems, inventory, materials management, preference cards, tissue tracking, and report writing.
Responsibilities
- Create throughput operational reports including turnover, first case starts, and same-day cancellations
- Revise block schedules for all surgical areas
- Onboard new surgeon practices with electronic medical record (EMR) booking and operational support
- Collaborate with credentialed surgeons and offices to schedule non-block cases into available times
- Coordinate meetings with physician offices to improve scheduling processes
- Communicate project status and trends through reports and presentations that support system evaluation
- Drive continuous process improvement and Lean methodology with all IT systems
- Enhance and maintain current systems and applications, serving as subject matter expert for all OR applications
- Work with OR leadership and supply chain on Vendormate management in surgical services
- Assist Surgical Services Leadership Team with administrative duties as needed
Required Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Business, Healthcare, or related field
- Prior experience with information systems (such as troubleshooting in Cerner, Business Objects, or similar platforms)
- Medical, hospital, or physician office scheduling experience
- Prior experience in a healthcare setting
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
- Ability to remain calm under stressful situations
Preferred Qualifications
- Expertise in report writing with Business Objects reporting experience
- Knowledge of electronic medical records (EMR)
- Basic knowledge and use of computer and printers or ability to learn appropriate software applications
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