Oncology Scheduling Specialist - Patient Care

OneOncology; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Baton Rouge is seeking a detail-oriented scheduling assistant to manage follow-up appointments, including lab visits, physician consultations, and chemotherapy sessions. You will schedule, confirm, and reschedule as needed while maintaining accurate records.

This role supports a compassionate care team, greets patients at the front desk, answers calls, and coordinates with clinical staff to ensure smooth patient flow and timely access to treatments.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years scheduling in a clinical setting.
• Oncology experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Accurately schedule patient follow-up appointments on computer schedule.
• Perform general clerical and receptionist duties at the front desk.
• Assist in the smooth running of the front desk.
• Contacts Patients to reschedule no-shows and to move patients as needed in a timely, professional manner.
• Other duties as Assigned.

Skills

Scheduling

Customer service

Front desk duties

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Baton Rouge is seeking a detail-oriented scheduling assistant to manage follow-up appointments, including lab visits, physician consultations, and chemotherapy sessions. You will schedule, confirm, and reschedule as needed while maintaining accurate records.

This role supports a compassionate care team, greets patients at the front desk, answers calls, and coordinates with clinical staff to ensure smooth patient flow and timely access to treatments.