Clinic Scheduler - 32 hrs, Care Coordination & Billing

US Oncology Inc.; Peru (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer

Paid time off and holidays

EAP

Job summary

Illinois CancerCare is seeking a Scheduler for our Peru clinic who will coordinate patient care by scheduling follow-up visits, tests, and treatments while supporting billing and patient communication.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 3+ years in healthcare. You will work closely with providers, patients, and clinical teams in a fast-paced environment and may travel to satellite clinics as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and multitasking skills.
• Familiarity with EMR systems and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Schedule follow-up visits, lab tests, imaging, and treatments for patients, including coordination with outside facilities.
• Communicate appointment details and test instructions clearly to patients.
• Collect co-pays, verify insurance codes, and enter billing information into the EMR.
• Manage provider schedules and update consult, vacation, and on-call calendars.
• Reschedule missed or changed appointments and confirm updates with patients.
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding orders, referrals, and long-term follow-up needs.
• Respond to patient messages and voicemails in a timely and professional manner.
• Support new patient scheduling and cross-coverage for front desk or MOA roles as needed.
• Travel to satellite clinics as required.
• Adhere to HIPAA, OSHA, and Illinois CancerCare policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Illinois CancerCare is seeking a Scheduler for our Peru clinic who will coordinate patient care by scheduling follow-up visits, tests, and treatments while supporting billing and patient communication.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 3+ years in healthcare. You will work closely with providers, patients, and clinical teams in a fast-paced environment and may travel to satellite clinics as needed.