Central Scheduler - Part-Time

Community Health Systems; Palmer (AK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life

Generous PTO

Extended Illness Bank (EIB)

Matching 401(k)

Career Advancement

Rewards & Recognition

Exclusive Discounts and Perks

Job summary

Community Health Systems seeks a part-time Central Scheduler at Mat-Su Regional Medical Center in Palmer, AK. You will coordinate patient appointments across departments, ensuring provider availability and patient needs are met.

Responsibilities include accurate data entry in the EMR, pre-registration, and collaboration with physicians and staff to maintain efficient scheduling and a positive patient experience.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of scheduling, admin, or customer service experience.
• Experience with EMR or scheduling software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedule patient appointments across multiple departments and tests.
• Align appointments with provider availability and clinical urgency.
• Enter patient data into the EMR accurately.
• Coordinate with physicians and nurses to fit priorities.
• Pre-register patients and provide test prep instructions.
• Verify medical necessity for Medicare tests and payer compliance.
• Refer uninsured patients to financial assistance as needed.
• Review CPT/ICD codes and obtain clinical details from physicians.
• Obtain prior authorization and log orders in tracking systems.
• Perform other duties; maintain reliable attendance.
• Comply with policies and standards.

Skills

Scheduling

Administrative skills

Customer service

Microsoft Office

EMR familiarity

Education

Healthcare Administration

Medical Office Management

Tools

EMR scheduling software

Job description

Seeking a part-time Central Scheduler to support our Admitting department at Mat-Su Regional Medical Center, located at 2500 S Woodworth Loop, Palmer AK.

Day shift: Working 24 hours weekly. Schedule to be determined and is based on the needs of the department.

We know it's not just about finding a job. It's about finding a place where you are respected, valued, and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.

What we Offer:

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Extended Illness Bank (EIB)

Matching 401(k)

Opportunities for Career Advancement

Rewards & Recognition Programs

Exclusive Discounts and Perks

Job Summary
The Central Scheduler is responsible for coordinating and managing patient appointments for various healthcare services, including diagnostic tests, procedures, consultations, and follow-ups. This role ensures that scheduling is accurate, efficient, and aligned with provider availability, patient needs, and facility resources. The Central Scheduler works closely with patients, healthcare providers, and other departments to enhance operational efficiency and ensure a seamless patient scheduling experience.
Essential Functions

• Coordinates and schedules patient appointments across multiple departments, including diagnostic tests, procedures, and specialist consultations.
• Ensures appointments are scheduled based on provider availability, patient needs, and clinical urgency while optimizing facility resources.
• Accurately inputs patient information and appointment details into the hospital’s electronic scheduling system or EMR (Electronic Medical Records).
• Works closely with physicians, nurses, and other medical staff to ensure appointments align with clinical priorities and medical requirements.
• Pre-registers scheduled patients and provides accurate preparation instructions for diagnostic tests.
• Verifies the medical necessity of scheduled tests for Medicare patients and ensures compliance with payer requirements.
• Refers uninsured and underinsured patients to financial assistance programs as appropriate.
• Reviews and verifies personal and insurance information for pre-certification orders, including CPT and ICD codes, obtaining clinical details from physicians as needed.
• Contacts insurance companies to secure prior authorization and logs all pre-certification orders in tracking systems and SOAP notes when necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Coursework or certification in Healthcare Administration, Medical Office Management, or related fields preferred
• 0-1 years of experience in scheduling, administrative, or customer service roles, preferably in a healthcare setting required
• 1-2 years experience with electronic medical records (EMR) or scheduling software preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Ability to handle high volumes of scheduling requests in a fast-paced environment.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and scheduling or EMR software.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is a plus.

Job Info

• Job Identification 159897
• Job Category Administrative Support
• Posting Date 08/07/2026, 05:00 AM
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 2500 S Woodworth Loop, Palmer, AK, 99645, US