Administrative Coordinator Surgical Services
Ascension · Austin, TX
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About the Role
Your future role at a glance
Location: Austin, TX
Facility: Dell Seton Medical Center
Department/Specialty: Administrative Coordinator
Schedule: Day Shift | Monday - Friday 10:30a - 7:00p
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Benefits that help you thrive
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
About the Job
How you'll make an impact in this role
- Coordinate complex surgical procedures to ensure seamless operating room workflow and maximize surgical throughput.
- Manage surgeon preference cards with high attention to detail to enhance team readiness and reduce operational downtime.
- Maintain precise clinical scheduling records within EHR and scheduling systems to optimize hospital resource utilization and patient safety.
- Facilitate effective communication across interdisciplinary teams—including surgeons, anesthesia, and nursing leadership—to drive safe, high-quality patient outcomes.
- Anticipate shifts in operational demands to effectively manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
- What minimum qualifications you'll need
Education
- High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
- Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
What additional preferences you'll need
- A Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business administration, or a related field is preferred.
- Prior hospital operating room experience.
- Direct experience in surgical case scheduling.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate complex surgical procedures to ensure seamless operating room workflow and maximize surgical throughput.
- Manage surgeon preference cards with high attention to detail to enhance team readiness and reduce operational downtime.
- Maintain precise clinical scheduling records within EHR and scheduling systems to optimize hospital resource utilization and patient safety.
- Facilitate effective communication across interdisciplinary teams—including surgeons, anesthesia, and nursing leadership—to drive safe, high-quality patient outcomes.
- Anticipate shifts in operational demands to effectively manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.