Oncology Scheduling Specialist Per Diem Tucson

Banner Health; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 34,440 - 52,348; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible schedules

Weekly pay

403(b) pre-tax retirement

Job summary

Banner Health is seeking a Mobile Oncology Scheduler on a per diem basis in Tucson. The role connects patients with physicians, facilities, and resources to schedule visits, tests, and procedures while ensuring an empathetic patient experience.

You will navigate scheduling protocols, authorizations, and referrals, using EMR systems and internal portals to support timely access to oncology care. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; two years scheduling experience preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with medical practice management and scheduling software.
• Bilingual in Spanish may be preferred for some assignments.

Responsibilities

• Schedule across the campus for physicians, facilities, and practices.
• Coordinate appointments, tests, procedures, and referrals per physician orders.
• Communicate clearly with patients, providers, and care teams via phone, email, or EMR messaging.
• Provide pre- and post-instruction and directions for appointments.

Skills

Scheduling experience

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Spanish (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

## Oncology Scheduling Specialist Per Diem TucsonApplylocations: Banner Staffing Svcs Mesa (525 W Brown Rd): BUMC Tucson (3838 N Campbell Ave)time type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R4448075**Primary City/State:**Mesa, Arizona**Department Name:**Banner Staffing Services-AZ**Work Shift:**Day**Job Category:**Administrative Services**Banner Staffing Services (BSS)** offers Registry/Per Diem opportunities within Banner Health. Registry/Per Diem positions are utilized as needed within our facilities. These positions are great way to start your career with Banner Health. As a BSS team member, you are eligible to apply (at any time) as an internal applicant to any regular opportunities within Banner Health. When working per Diem you must work at least 2 shifts a month.As a valued and respected Banner Health team member, you will enjoy:* Competitive wages* Paid orientation* Flexible Schedules (select positions)* Fewer Shifts Cancelled* Weekly pay* 403(b) Pre-tax retirement* Employee Assistance Program* Employee wellness program* Discount Entertainment tickets* Restaurant/Shopping discounts* Auto Purchase Plan Registry/Per Diem positions do not have guaranteed hours and no medical benefits package is offered. Completion of post-offer Occupational Health physical assessment, drug screen and background check (includes: employment, criminal and education) are required.As a **Mobile Oncology Scheduler,** you'll be the vital connection between patients and the care they need, orchestrating seamless medical appointments that bring together providers, facilities, and essential resources. You'll build meaningful relationships through every interaction—whether by phone, email, or digital communication—ensuring patients feel heard, supported, and confident in their care journey. This role offers the perfect blend of problem-solving, coordination, and compassionate service, where your organizational skills directly impact patient outcomes. You'll navigate authorizations, referrals, and scheduling protocols with expertise while creating an empathetic, solution-focused experience for everyone you serve. If you're looking for a rewarding career where every call you answer and every appointment you schedule helps someone access the healthcare they deserve, this is your opportunity to shine!**Location**:Main Location: 3838 N Campbell Ave Bldg.1 Tucson,might also be asked to support on occasion at 1891 W Orange Grove Rd. Tucson, AZ 85704**Schedule:**Mon-Fri 9:00 - 5:30PM after trainingPotential for up to 40 hours per weekPOSITION SUMMARYThis position is responsible for scheduling across the campus for physicians, medical facilities, and specialized medical practices by coordinating all aspects of scheduling including, but not limited to, appointments for physicians across the campus, surgical procedures, diagnostic tests, pain management, and other specialized tests and treatment as directed by physicians to ensure an exceptional customer experience at each point of service. Using a broad understanding of customer engagement strategies, clinical procedures, and company facilities, this position provides accurate and timely information to create an integrated, multidisciplinary schedule and an experience that is easy, empathetic, and differentiated in the oncology marketplace.CORE FUNCTIONS1. Schedules medical appointments through coordination of patients, providers, facility resources, ancillary staff, records, referrals, authorizations, and payers. Receives and initiates calls to/from patients, providers, provider offices and facilities, while following all established scheduling procedures and protocols to ensure patients receive the care they need, when and where they need it.2. Receives physician’s orders and effectively schedules and reschedules appointments, tests, and/or procedures leveraging various electronic medical record/scheduling software systems according to protocols established by clinical staff and scheduling standards. Identifies alternative scheduled solutions in the event the patient’s preference is not available, while adhering to procedures and protocols and ensuring patient safety.3. Provides patients with information, pre and post-test instruction, provides location of appointment and directions. The position answers questions as necessary within guidelines and protocols. Refers questions to clinical staff as appropriate.4. Effectively communicates and builds impactful relationships through written, digital, and verbal channels with patients, facilities, providers, and clinical colleagues to ensure an easy, empathetic, solution-oriented patient experience, included but not limited to, phone, chat, email, electronic medical record messaging, and other digital channels. Anticipates patient and provider needs and responds accordingly.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.The position requires skills normally gained with two years of scheduling experience in a physician’s office or hospital. Medical terminology may be required for some assignments. Must possess excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.Must be proficient with commonly used office software and have the ability to use software typically used for medical practice management and scheduling.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge of ICD-9, CPT, and HCPCS coding is strongly preferred. Sound working knowledge of various types of insurance plans and/or worker’s compensation preferred. Bi-lingual in Spanish may be preferred for some assignments.Additional related education and/or experience preferred.