What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgical Scheduler II, Cancer Thoracic Surgery position at ChristianaCare?
ChristianaCare is hiring a full time Surgical Scheduler II for our Cancer Thoracic Surgery Department in our Helen F. Graham Center in Newark, DE.
As Surgical Scheduler II, you will coordinate and schedule patient surgeries, diagnostic tests, and referrals; arrange medical and cardiac clearances; complete pre-operative testing requirements; and review medications and health histories to ensure surgical readiness.
Thoracic Cancers (Lung, Esophageal and Mediastinal) | ChristianaCare
Work Schedule:
- Monday- Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
- Comprehensive, First‑Day Health Coverage:
Comprehensive first‑day coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Caregivers earning under $50,000 pay $0 in paycheck premiums for medical and prescription coverage. Enjoy low deductibles, plus $0 copays for unlimited primary care (in‑office or virtual) with ChristianaCare providers and unlimited urgent care visits at GoHealth facilities. - Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy 32 days of PTO each year, including 7 major holidays, with options to roll over or cash out unused time. - Tuition Reimbursement for Career Growth
Advance your education with up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement. - Grow Your Family with Confidence
We’re here to support every step of your journey to parenthood—whatever that looks like for you. From advanced fertility care through Progyny to free maternity education and support, plus up to $5,000 in adoption assistance, our benefits are designed to help you build your family with confidence and care. - Paid Parental Leave
Receive 12 weeks of paid parental leave to support your growing family, after one year of service. - Retirement Planning & Financial Well-Being
Access two retirement plans, including a 403(b) with up to a 50% match and a company-funded contribution of 3%–5% based on service. Plus, take advantage of free financial coaching, counseling, and budgeting support.
This role is responsible for coordinating surgical and procedural scheduling to ensure seamless patient flow and support physician needs. Key responsibilities include arranging medical and cardiac clearances, managing OR postings and joint surgical cases, coordinating imaging, testing, and specialty appointments, and counseling patients on pre‑ and post‑operative instructions. The position also maintains provider schedules, prepares patient charts, supports front‑desk and clinical staff as needed, facilitates new diagnosis workflows, and ensures timely follow‑up and communication to support safe, efficient, and high‑quality patient care.
Position Qualifications:
- High school graduate or equivalent required.
- Three to five years of experience in a private medical office and/or outside facility required.
- One year of surgical scheduling preferred.
- A combination of education and experience will be considered.
Hourly Pay Range: $21.03 - $31.54
This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.
Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Post End Date
Jun 30, 2026
EEO Posting Statement
ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/
Salary : $5,250 - $50,000