Interventional Radiology Clinic Scheduler - 141969

University of California San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health in San Diego, CA, is seeking an Interventional Radiology Clinic Scheduler to coordinate clinic visits and IR procedures across Hillcrest and Jacobs sites. The role emphasizes patient-focused scheduling, registration, and exceptional service in a busy radiology department.

The scheduler will manage templates, use Epic Optime/Radiant, verify insurance, and liaise with clinical teams to ensure timely access and smooth operations.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of related scheduling experience in Interventional Radiology or multi-specialty scheduling.
• Knowledge of third-party payors including federal, state and private health plans.
• Proven ability to handle multi-line incoming calls, schedule appointments, and perform online registration.
• Experience in scheduling IR procedures and clinic consultations.
• Must understand Medical Terminology with emphasis in Interventional Radiology.
• Knowledge of Interventional procedures.
• Experience in a large healthcare setting with excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Schedule clinic appointments and interventional procedures for multiple physicians and APPs across sites.
• Manage scheduling templates and use Epic Optime and Radiant to schedule, update, and document appointments and procedures.
• Provide exceptional customer service to patients, physicians, APPs, nurses, clinic staff, and internal/external contacts.
• Screen patients by telephone and collect demographic, financial, and insurance information.
• Verify insurance eligibility and benefits; obtain referrals/authorizations and inform patients of deposit requirements as applicable.
• Serve as liaison between patients, clinical teams, financial clearance, and other departments to ensure timely access and scheduling.

Skills

Scheduling

Customer service

Multi-line calls

Medical terminology

IR procedures knowledge

Tools

Epic Optime Radiant

Job description

Payroll Title: HOSP BLANK AST 3

Department: LJ Interventional Radiology

Hiring Pay Scale: $29.15 - $38.46 / Hour

Worksite: La Jolla

Appointment Type: Career

Appointment Percent: 80%

Union: EX Contract

Total Openings: 1

Work Schedule: 8 hrs/day, Monday - Friday

#141969 Interventional Radiology Clinic Scheduler

Filing Deadline: Mon 11/16/2026

UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening,

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 10/27/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision of the Interventional Radiology Procedure Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for providing comprehensive scheduling, registration, customer service, and administrative support for Interventional Radiology clinic visits and procedures at UC San Diego Hillcrest, Jacobs Medical Center, and other ancillary locations as needed. The incumbent schedules clinic appointments and interventional procedures for multiple physicians and advanced practice providers, coordinates patient scheduling activities across multiple service lines, and ensures compliance with established scheduling protocols. Responsibilities include managing scheduling templates and utilizing Epic, including the Optime and Radiant modules, to schedule, update, and document patient appointments and procedures. Provides exceptional customer service to patients, physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, clinic staff, and internal and external contacts. Operates a multiline telephone system, responds to incoming calls, screens patients by telephone, and communicates scheduling and medical information appropriately to patients and clinical staff. Completes registration for new and established patients, including obtaining and verifying demographic, financial, and insurance information. Verifies insurance eligibility and benefits, ensures required referrals and authorizations are obtained when applicable, and advises patients of applicable deposit requirements in accordance with UC San Diego Medical Group Financial Policy. Serves as a liaison between patients, clinical teams, referring providers, financial clearance, and other departments to support timely patient access and procedural scheduling. Duties may also include obtaining outside medical records, scanning records, data entry, template management, and other related administrative functions as assigned. The incumbent must maintain a high level of accuracy

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Three (3) years of related experience with scheduling Interventional Radiology procedures, scheduling for other procedural or surgical service, or coordinating Radiology exams/procedures through a multi-specialty service (e.g. Oncology or Surgery); or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of third-party payors including federal, state and private health plans.
• Proven ability to handle multi-line incoming customer calls, scheduleappointments, and perform online registration.
• Experience in scheduling IR procedures and clinic consultations.
• Must understand Medical Terminology with emphasis in Interventional Radiology.
• Knowledge of Interventional procedures.
• Experience working in a large healthcare setting and must have excellent customer service skills.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $60,865 - $80,304 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $29.15 - $38.46

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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