About Atlas Surgery Center Atlas Surgery Center is a state-of-the-art ambulatory surgery center providing specialized surgical care for patients with neurologic, endovascular, pain management, and Gamma Knife radiosurgery needs. Atlas is committed to delivering safe, high-quality care in a focused surgical environment that supports patient safety, clinical excellence, and a positive experience for patients, providers, staff, and learners. Position Summary Atlas Surgery Center is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Surgical Scheduler to join our team. This position plays an important role in coordinating surgical cases and ensuring procedures are scheduled accurately, efficiently, and with the appropriate resources in place. The Surgical Scheduler serves as a central point of communication between physician offices, surgeons, anesthesia providers, nursing, radiology, vendors, and other departments. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a fast-paced healthcare environment, managing frequent schedule changes, and balancing multiple competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and responsive customer service. Key Responsibilities Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: Schedule outpatient neurosurgical, endovascular, and interventional radiology procedures based on surgeon availability, block time, facility resources, and established scheduling processes. Coordinate surgical dates and case details with surgeons, physician office staff, anesthesia providers, nursing, radiology, and other departments. Enter and maintain complete and accurate case information within the electronic medical record and scheduling systems. Review procedure information for accuracy, including procedure names, CPT and diagnosis codes, surgeon, laterality, implants, equipment, imaging requirements, and estimated procedure times. Maintain accurate daily and future surgical schedules. Coordinate case additions, cancellations, reschedules, and other schedule changes and promptly communicate updates to affected departments and physician offices. Schedule cases in alignment with surgeon block time and facility availability while helping minimize conflicts and unused operating room time. Serve as a primary point of contact for physician offices regarding scheduling questions, requirements, and case status. Identify and communicate special procedural or patient needs, including implants, imaging, neuromonitoring, navigation/O-arm, specialty equipment, mobility assistance, interpreter services, and post-operative needs. Coordinate vendor availability or attendance when required for scheduled procedures. Document scheduling communications, changes, and follow-up accurately and timely. Identify missing information, scheduling conflicts, or resource needs that could affect surgical flow and escalate concerns appropriately. Assist with scheduling reports, data collection, workflow improvement, and other administrative projects as needed. Maintain patient and organizational confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA requirements and facility policies. Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED. Working knowledge of medical terminology and the ability to accurately interpret surgical scheduling information. Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn and effectively use electronic medical record and scheduling systems. Excellent organizational and time-management skills. Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate data entry and documentation. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and frequent schedule changes in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a multidisciplinary team. Professional and responsive customer-service skills. Preferred Qualifications 1-2 years of surgical scheduling experience. Experience working in an ambulatory surgery center, hospital, physician practice, or other procedural/surgical setting. Experience scheduling neurosurgical, vascular, endovascular, orthopedic, or spine procedures. Familiarity with anesthesia scheduling and operating room workflow. Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding as it relates to surgical scheduling. Familiarity with surgical implants, specialized equipment, and vendor coordination. Associate degree in healthcare administration or a related field. Medical terminology coursework.

Schedule / Work

Hours Full-time, on-site position at Atlas Surgery Center in Buffalo, New York. Schedule will be based on the operational needs of the Center. Occasional overtime may be required. Compensation The expected compensation range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00 per hour . Actual compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, education, qualifications, licensure/certification, skills, and internal equity. This range represents Atlas Surgery Center's good-faith estimate of the expected compensation for this position at the time of posting, in accordance with New York State pay transparency requirements. Benefits Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment status, scheduled hours, and applicable plan terms.

Eligible employees may receive:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contributions Benefits effective the first of the month following date of hire, if eligible Paid time off, if eligible Paid sick leave in accordance with New York State law Paid holidays, if eligible 401(k) plan with employer match eligibility, subject to plan terms Physical Requirements and Work Environment This position involves standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and moving supplies and equipment throughout the facility. The employee must be able to frequently lift and/or carry objects weighing more than 25 pounds and safely move equipment using appropriate body mechanics or assistance when needed. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Atlas Surgery Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, disability, pregnancy or related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, reproductive health decision-making, arrest or conviction record to the extent protected by law, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pay:

$24.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): This is a full-time, permanent, on-site position at Atlas Surgery Center in Buffalo, NY. Are you able to reliably work on-site in Buffalo on a full-time basis? The compensation range for this position is $24.00-$28.00 per hour. Does this range align with your compensation expectations? How many years of surgical scheduling experience do you have? Do you have experience scheduling procedures in an ambulatory surgery center, hospital, surgical practice, or other procedural healthcare setting? Do you have working knowledge of medical terminology? Do you have experience working with CPT and/or ICD-10 codes? Do you have experience using an electronic medical record (EMR) or healthcare scheduling system? Briefly describe your surgical or procedural scheduling experience, including the types of specialties or procedures you have supported.

Work Location:

In person