Patient Access Scheduler: Fast-Paced Hospital Scheduling

Saint Francis Health System; Bixby (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Health System in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Patient Access Scheduler to ensure timely and accurate scheduling for designated areas. The role requires high school diploma or GED with 1–2 years of related experience and strong communication skills.

The position supports coordinating services, handling calls, and maintaining accurate patient information in the system. The successful candidate will triage urgent requests, communicate changes promptly, and work within a fast-paced hospital

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years related experience.
• Medical terminology knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promotes efficiency of the area(s) assigned through accurate scheduling.
• Schedules based on availability of resources and ensuring reduction of delays.
• Coordinates scheduling for related services.
• Accepts and prioritizes incoming calls.
• Triages information for urgent procedure requests.
• Notifies personnel of scheduling changes/cancellations.
• Obtains necessary information and enters orders into clinical system.
• Maintains patient identity in Master Patient Index and assigns correct MRN/Account Number.
• Serves as liaison for SFHS departments and staff in scheduling coordination.
• Communicates schedule changes to maximize efficiency.

Skills

Excellent communication

Telephone skills

Customer relations

Organizational skills

Fast-paced environment

Knowledge of hospital diagnostic dept.

Understanding of insurance plans

Medical terminology

Basic business equipment

Telephone & computer multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Saint Francis Health System in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Patient Access Scheduler to ensure timely and accurate scheduling for designated areas. The role requires high school diploma or GED with 1–2 years of related experience and strong communication skills.

The position supports coordinating services, handling calls, and maintaining accurate patient information in the system. The successful candidate will triage urgent requests, communicate changes promptly, and work within a fast-paced hospital