Outpatient Surgery Scheduler & Patient Care Coordinator

Adventist Health; The Dalles (OR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Columbia Gorge in The Dalles, OR, is seeking a Medical Scheduling/Administrative Assistant to manage patient appointments for surgical procedures and related services. The role involves verifying insurance coverage, obtaining necessary authorizations, and coordinating preoperative paperwork.

The position supports scheduling of diagnostic tests, follow-up visits, and patient communications, ensuring accurate documentation and smooth patient flow in an outpatient setting.

Qualifications

• High School Education/GED or equivalent (Preferred)
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience (Preferred)
• Medical assistant experience in an outpatient setting (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Schedules patients for surgery and completes appropriate paperwork for surgery facilities.
• Verifies patient insurance coverage and determines whether referrals/authorizations are needed.
• Schedules patients for diagnostic tests and follow‑ups per physician orders.
• Calls or informs patients about procedure dates and facilities.
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical assistant experience

Scheduling appointments

Insurance verification

Customer service

Education

High School Education/GED or equivalent

Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent

Medical Assistant certification

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Adventist Health Columbia Gorge in The Dalles, OR, is seeking a Medical Scheduling/Administrative Assistant to manage patient appointments for surgical procedures and related services. The role involves verifying insurance coverage, obtaining necessary authorizations, and coordinating preoperative paperwork.

The position supports scheduling of diagnostic tests, follow-up visits, and patient communications, ensuring accurate documentation and smooth patient flow in an outpatient setting.