Healthcare Scheduling Coordinator

Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, AL; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, AL is seeking a Scheduling Specialist to manage patient and physician scheduling across departments. The role focuses on efficient appointment coordination, accurate data entry in the EHR, and ensuring high levels of patient service.

The candidate will work with physicians, nurses, and administrative staff to prioritize schedules, minimize no-shows, and provide clear appointment instructions while maintaining professionalism in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or certification in healthcare administration or related field preferred.
• Experience with medical scheduling, EMR systems, or front desk operations preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedule patient appointments for consultations, tests, procedures, and follow-ups.
• Notify patients of confirmations, cancellations, or reschedules with clear instructions.
• Enter and maintain patient information in the EHR/scheduling system.
• Coordinate with medical staff to align with clinical priorities.
• Track cancellations or no-shows and reschedule promptly.

Skills

Appointment scheduling

Patient service

Communication

Time management

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree in healthcare administration or related field

Tools

EMR systems

Scheduling software

Job description

Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, AL is seeking a Scheduling Specialist to manage patient and physician scheduling across departments. The role focuses on efficient appointment coordination, accurate data entry in the EHR, and ensuring high levels of patient service.

The candidate will work with physicians, nurses, and administrative staff to prioritize schedules, minimize no-shows, and provide clear appointment instructions while maintaining professionalism in a fast-paced hospital setting.