Clinic Scheduler

Baptist Health; Jacksonville (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking a Clinic Scheduler to support providers by coordinating patient testing and procedures, entering data into the EMR, and arranging referrals to specialists. The role requires strong clerical skills and an ability to work with physicians and staff to keep schedules running smoothly.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and healthcare or physician office experience preferred. Proficiency with Word and Excel, and knowledge of hospital policies, are valued in this

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Physician office experience preferred.
• Experience with PC applications (Word, Excel) recommended.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with scheduling of patient testing and procedures.
• Document in EMR and reschedule as needed.
• Provide referrals to specialists.
• Provide clerical support to the provider.

Skills

Word processing

Excel

EMR documentation

Public relations

Time management

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Self-directed

Phone etiquette

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties.

Summary : The clinic scheduler is responsible for assisting the provider with the maintenance and scheduling of patient testing and procedures, as well as, providing referrals to specialists. They will use the EMR program to document, will reschedule as needed, and will provide clerical assistance as needed to provider.

Education / Experience :High School diploma or equivalent required. Physician office experience preferred.

License / Certification : None

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Working knowledge of PC applications, Word, Excel, etc.
• This position requires knowledge of hospital and department policies and procedures.
• Must be able to maintain positive public relations image in all medical staff and interdepartmental communications.
• Must relate to physicians, coworkers and patients in a courteous, helpful and respectful manner.
• Is expected to participate in a team effort to accomplish department goals, must be willing to rearrange schedules according to department needs.
• Must be able to maintain privacy and confidentiality.
• Organization and time management skills.
• Ability to follow directions and establish priorities effectively.
• Self-directed and capable of working without direct supervision.
• Dependable in both production and attendance.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements : Position requires sitting for 80% of the workday and mobility 20% of the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 15 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels. Much exposure to computer work. Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock. Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks. Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation.

Baptist Health - Central Alabama is the largest healthcare system in the region, offering advanced medical care through multiple facilities and a network of experienced professionals.