Surgery Scheduler- Mercy

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# Surgery Scheduler- Mercy

- Location: Pittsburgh, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Administrative & Office Supprt
- Shift: Day Job
- Business unit: University of Pittsburgh Physicians
- Pay: $20.00–$30.55 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2025-12-22T15:45:18.28Z

## Description

University of Pittsburgh Physicians is hiring a Surgery Scheduler to assist the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at ST Health Mercy. This position is Monday-Friday, daylight hours. No nights, weekends or Holidays! Some travel may be required to cover other offices.

**Purpose:**
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