Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Surgery Controller

Location: Saint Joseph Health System (SJHS)

Saint Joseph Health System is proud to offer Daily Pay. Work Today, Get Paid Today!

Why Saint Joseph Health System?

At Saint Joseph Health System, our values give us strength. That character guides every decision we make—even when those decisions are complicated, costly or hard. We honor our mission to care for every man, woman and child who needs us by investing in technology, people and capabilities that allow us to set the standard for quality care. 

What We Offer:

• Tuition reimbursement for all full and part-time colleagues effective first day of employment
• 100% paid tuition for ASN to BSN program (paid directly to learning partner)
• Benefits day one (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life, STD/LTD, etc.)
• Retirement savings account with employer match
• Generous paid time off program + 7 paid holidays
• Colleague well-being resources
• No mandatory overtime
• Employee referral incentive program
• State-of-the-art equipment, unlimited CEUs, and supportive team approach

Position Summary:

As a Surgery Controller, you’ll play a key role in coordinating surgical schedules and ensuring smooth communication between departments, physicians, and clinical staff. This position requires strong attention to detail, multitasking, and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Maintain accurate daily and future surgery schedules
• Coordinate with anesthesia, charge nurses, and physician offices for scheduling and updates
• Compile call schedules and assist with high-volume phone communications
• Relay time-sensitive information to staff, departments, and vendors
• Notify staff of early starts and assignment changes
• Communicate equipment and supply needs for special procedures
• Ensure schedules align with staffing, equipment, and supply availability
• Support departmental flow and problem-solving across units

What You’ll Need:

• High School Diploma required; Medical Office Administration Certificate or higher preferred
• 2+ years of experience in surgery scheduling or acute care setting preferred
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology and computer systems
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills
• Ability to remain professional and composed in high-pressure situations

Join a team where precision and collaboration drive exceptional patient care. Apply today and help us keep surgery operations running smoothly!

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.