Oncology Surgical Scheduler & Medical Assistant

The US Oncology Network; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland Oncology Hematology is seeking an experienced surgical scheduling professional to join our team. You will coordinate preoperative tasks, obtain necessary authorizations, and manage case scheduling in a clinical setting.

The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. This position offers growth within a supportive healthcare environment across Maryland/DC locations.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Three years of experience in a clinical or procedural scheduling environment, including insurance authorization, verification, and/or scheduling, with ability to explain patient responsibility in accordance with their benefits plan.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to multitask.
• Proficiency with computer systems and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel) required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate, and promote continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices.
• Review patient medications and health history; may impact clearance from other care providers.
• Coordinate tasks associated with case scheduling, including completion of all required pre-procedure tasks based on type of case.
• Coordinate pre-operative appointments with/for the patient.
• Notify any needed representatives of the case (e.g., vendors, assistants, etc.).
• Confirm/verify if special products need to be ordered for the case.
• Coordinate, schedule, and authorize pre-operative clearance testing and any diagnostic imaging.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Medical terminology

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Maryland Oncology Hematology is seeking an experienced surgical scheduling professional to join our team. You will coordinate preoperative tasks, obtain necessary authorizations, and manage case scheduling in a clinical setting.

The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. This position offers growth within a supportive healthcare environment across Maryland/DC locations.