Healthcare Scheduler: Patient Appointments & Care Coordination

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Illinois CancerCare is seeking a highly organized Scheduler for our Peru clinic. The role is 32 hours per week, with Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, coordinating follow-up visits, scans, and treatments while supporting billing and patient communication.

You will work closely with providers and clinical teams to ensure appointments are accurate, timely, and aligned with each patient’s care plan in a fast-paced environment. HIPAA and clinic policies apply.

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
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Schedule follow-up visits, labs, imaging, and treatments, 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Multitasking

EMR systems familiarity

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Illinois CancerCare is seeking a highly organized Scheduler for our Peru clinic. The role is 32 hours per week, with Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, coordinating follow-up visits, scans, and treatments while supporting billing and patient communication.

You will work closely with providers and clinical teams to ensure appointments are accurate, timely, and aligned with each patient’s care plan in a fast-paced environment. HIPAA and clinic policies apply.