Scheduling Specialist - OB/GYN

Community Health Systems Inc

Birmingham, AL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Procedures, Administrative Skills, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Data Entry, Detail Oriented, Electronic Medical Records, Establish Priorities, Healthcare Administration, Hospital, Medical Office, Medical Office Administration, Medical Record System, Medical Records, Medical Terminology, Medical Treatment, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Nursing, Organizational Skills, Patient Care, Plan Meetings, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Improvement, Record Keeping, Resource Utilization, Student Loans, Telephone Skills, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Birmingham, AL
POSTED
4 days ago

As a Scheduling Specialist at Grandview Medical Group you'll join a team and be a part of a culture that's dedicated to providing top quality care to our patients. Our full-time employees enjoy a robust benefits package which may include health insurance, 401(k), licensure/certification reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and student loan assistance for eligible roles.

Job Summary

The Scheduling Specialist is responsible for managing and optimizing the scheduling process for patients and physicians offices within the hospital or medical facility. This role involves coordinating appointments, procedures, and treatments across departments to ensure efficient utilization of resources and high-quality patient care. The Scheduling Specialist serves as a key liaison between patients, medical staff, and administrative teams, ensuring timely and accurate scheduling while providing excellent customer service.

Essential Functions

  • Schedules patient appointments for consultations, tests, procedures, and follow-ups, ensuring proper allocation of time and resources.
  • Notifies patients of appointment confirmations, cancellations, or reschedules, as well as providing necessary information and instructions, ensuring a high level of patient satisfaction.
  • Accurately enters and updates patient information into the electronic health records (EHR) or scheduling system.
  • Works closely with medical staff to align patient appointments with clinical priorities and optimize provider schedules.
  • Tracks and manage patient cancellations and no-shows, ensuring timely rescheduling and minimizing disruptions.
  • Provides general administrative assistance, including answering calls, managing patient referrals, and coordinating patient files.
  • Receives orders from the Order Facilitator and reviews to make sure the orders are valid and complete.
  • Asks patients the necessary questions for specific tests and provide the required procedure preparation or instructions.
  • Prioritizes work efficiently, including processing STAT order timely.
  • Notifies ordering offices if unable to contract their patient to schedule procedures.
  • Offers alternative scheduling options when needed to accommodate patient preferences and medical needs.
  • Communicates with physicians, nurses, and other medical professionals to ensure appointments are properly scheduled based on clinical priorities and patient needs.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

  • Associate Degree or certification in Healthcare Administration, Medical Office Administration, or a related field preferred
  • 0-2 years of experience in medical scheduling, administrative support, or customer service preferred
  • 0-2 years of experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems, scheduling software, or medical front desk operations preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Strong knowledge of appointment scheduling, patient flow management, and administrative procedures.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with patients, medical staff, and administrative teams.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy, particularly in data entry and record-keeping.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a calm, professional demeanor.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and hospital scheduling or EHR software.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology is a plus.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for an employer.

About the Company

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Community Health Systems Inc

Community Health Systems, Inc. is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) 330 HRSA Grantee with Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) status. Established from the roots of Inland Empire Community Health Center in Bloomington, CHSI has grown with community health centers in the counties of Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego. These centers have been developed in accordance with standards established for safety net providers by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA), the Public Health Service (PHS), and the Bureau of Primary Health Care (BPHC).

As such, services are offered to the neediest in each community - the un-insured and under-insured, the working poor, those with limited ability to pay, the homeless, and the indigent. Services are provided at discounted (sliding fee scale) rates for those who qualify based on gross annual income and family size.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
FOUNDED
1985
WEBSITE
http://www.chs.net/