Patient Care Scheduler: Surgeries & Appointments

Trinity Health; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking a Scheduler to coordinate inpatient and outpatient procedures across multiple facilities. This role ensures efficient provider schedules, communicates with patients and physicians, handles preauthorization, and manages clinic schedules to boost patient experience and productivity.

Full-time, day shift. Requires at least 2 years in a medical setting and a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years in medical/healthcare setting.
• Experience scheduling procedures, tests, and surgeries.
• Strong communication with patients and physicians.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and reschedule patient procedures across multiple facilities.
• Coordinate schedules with physicians, hospitals, and departments.
• Inform patients with appointment details and prep instructions.
• Triages incoming calls and handles preauthorization when needed.
• Maintain positive relationships with patients and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Scheduling

Patient communication

Team coordination

Healthcare experience

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

Trinity Health is seeking a Scheduler to coordinate inpatient and outpatient procedures across multiple facilities. This role ensures efficient provider schedules, communicates with patients and physicians, handles preauthorization, and manages clinic schedules to boost patient experience and productivity.

Full-time, day shift. Requires at least 2 years in a medical setting and a high school diploma or equivalent.