Pothawira Health Center

Pothawira Health Center is located in the Salima District, approximately two miles from Msangu Market along the Senga Bay Road. The facility comprises a general outpatient clinic, a dedicated birthing unit, and a newly established state-of-the-art surgical center. Together, these services provide comprehensive, patient-centered care across a full spectrum of medical and surgical needs.

Our surgical center is designed to deliver exceptional peri-operative care in an environment that is safe, efficient, and compassionate. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of clinical quality through evidence-based practice, continuous improvement, and rigorous safety protocols. Our organization values teamwork, integrity, and excellence, and we take pride in our highly collaborative interdisciplinary culture. Through this commitment, we strive to ensure that every patient receives dignified, timely, and world-class care.

The Surgical Scheduler is responsible for the scheduling of all surgical procedures and general clerical work within The Surgery Center. The Surgical Scheduler works in collaboration with the OR Supervisor, Charge Nurse, and Anesthesia department to ensure procedures are scheduled appropriately, and equipment and staffing are available. The Surgical Scheduler is responsible for coordinating and organizing required documentation in advance of the scheduled procedure and assembling patient charts. He/she will perform other related duties as needed to maintain department cost containment, efficiency, as well as quality performance. Other duties as assigned. Resumebuilder

Key Responsibilities:

• Actively works to promote and maintain an organizational culture that enhances our standing as the best place to work and receive care.
• Active engagement in staff meetings, department meetings, in-services, educational requirements, etc.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Pothawira Health Center’s current policies and procedures.
• Enters scheduling data in an accurate and timely manner.
• Schedules surgical procedures based on time and room availability, anesthesia coverage, caregiver coverage, and equipment conflicts in collaboration with the OR Supervisor. Manages utilization of resources in collaboration with OR Supervisor.
• Reviews the case schedules and anticipates the need for special equipment and/or supplies and communicates such needs to the appropriate responsible party.
• Reviews and alters schedule to provide logical flow and prevent delays in collaboration with Charge Nurse/Nurse Manager and Anesthesia. Alters schedule as needed and communicates changes in a timely fashion to appropriate parties.
• Covers Registration Desk as needed; answers telephone, greets patients and visitors.
• Demonstrates initiative and collaborates professionally with caregivers throughout all departments.
• Prepares and distributes preoperative and surgery schedules.
• Schedules procedures according to medical staff availability.
• Identifies areas of conflict, intervenes effectively, or seeks assistance in conflict resolution.

Qualifications you will need:

• Minimum of 2 years work experience in medical office setting or worked as a nurse.
• Have at least a Diploma
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Ability to multi-task with accuracy.
• Customer-oriented with ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits:

• Customer Relationship Management
• Pension
• Health insurance
• Work alongside USA-based experts
• Paid Time off
• Competitive pay and more

• Actively works to promote and maintain an organizational culture that enhances our standing as the best place to work and receive care.
• Active engagement in staff meetings, department meetings, in-services, educational requirements, etc.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Pothawira Health Center’s current policies and procedures.
• Enters scheduling data in an accurate and timely manner.
• Schedules surgical procedures based on time and room availability, anesthesia coverage, caregiver coverage, and equipment conflicts in collaboration with the OR Supervisor. Manages utilization of resources in collaboration with OR Supervisor.
• Reviews the case schedules and anticipates the need for special equipment and/or supplies and communicates such needs to the appropriate responsible party.
• Reviews and alters schedule to provide logical flow and prevent delays in collaboration with Charge Nurse/Nurse Manager and Anesthesia. Alters schedule as needed and communicates changes in a timely fashion to appropriate parties.
• Covers Registration Desk as needed; answers telephone, greets patients and visitors.
• Demonstrates initiative and collaborates professionally with caregivers throughout all departments.
• Prepares and distributes preoperative and surgery schedules.
• Schedules procedures according to medical staff availability.
• Identifies areas of conflict, intervenes effectively, or seeks assistance in conflict resolution.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Ability to multi-task with accuracy.
• Customer-oriented with ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Minimum of 2 years work experience in medical office setting or worked as a nurse.
• Have at least a Diploma