Healthcare Scheduler | Patient Care Coordinator

Texas Oncology; 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

Life and disability insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) & FSA

Paid time off and holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Perks program discounts

Job summary

Illinois CancerCare is seeking a highly organized Scheduler for our Peru clinic. This part-time role (32 hours/week) focuses on scheduling follow-up visits, tests, and treatments while supporting billing and patient communication.

You will collaborate with providers, patients, and clinical teams to ensure accurate, timely appointments aligned with each patient’s care plan. This fast-paced, detail-oriented position offers growth and teamwork in a supportive environment.

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, 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 provide 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

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EMR systems

Medical terminology

Job description

Illinois CancerCare is seeking a highly organized Scheduler for our Peru clinic. This part-time role (32 hours/week) focuses on scheduling follow-up visits, tests, and treatments while supporting billing and patient communication.

You will collaborate with providers, patients, and clinical teams to ensure accurate, timely appointments aligned with each patient’s care plan. This fast-paced, detail-oriented position offers growth and teamwork in a supportive environment.