Patient Scheduler

Brown University Health; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health is seeking a Patient Scheduler at The Miriam Hospital in Providence, RI. This on-site role supports clerical tasks, patient scheduling, and information management within a busy healthcare setting.

The position involves coordinating appointments, maintaining patient records, and communicating with patients and clinicians to ensure accurate and timely care. Monday through Friday, typically 8:30am to 5:00pm, with 8 hours per day.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with formal training.
• Typing and data-entry skills required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and interpersonal communication.
• Ability to work with patients, physicians, and hospital staff at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Answer and route calls, take messages, and initiate calls as needed.
• Enter, update, and maintain patient information in the electronic system.
• Schedule visits and testing appointments.
• Obtain and review physician orders for accuracy.
• Maintain patient paperwork and collect history and physical information.
• Screen patients and provide testing preparation instructions.
• Communicate with physician offices regarding cancellations and no-shows.
• Prepare reports for management and assist with staff training.
• Participate in monthly staff meetings.

Job description

Patient Scheduler

The Patient Scheduler reports to the Office Manager and is responsible for a variety of clerical, scheduling, patient communication, and recordkeeping duties. The role requires strong attention to detail, customer service skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and hospital staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Answer and route telephone/intercom calls, take messages, and initiate calls as needed.
• Enter, update, and maintain patient information in the electronic system and follow downtime procedures when necessary.
• Schedule office visits and testing appointments using Invision/Ecw.
• Obtain and review physician orders for accuracy and completeness and follow up on missing information.
• Maintain patient paperwork and obtain required history and physical information when appropriate.
• Screen patients, answer routine questions, and provide instructions regarding testing preparation and registration procedures.
• Communicate with physician offices regarding patient cancellations and no-shows.
• Provide orders to testing clerical support staff and prepare reports for management.
• Assist with staff training and participate in monthly staff meetings.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma plus one year of formal training, or equivalent.
• Two years of clerical experience, preferably in a healthcare environment.
• Typing and data-entry skills required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Strong attention to detail and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with patients, visitors, physicians, and hospital staff at all levels.
• Ability to provide age-appropriate and culturally sensitive patient support.

Work Environment

• Standard office environment.
• Requires standing, bending, and sitting.
• Must have sufficient visual acuity and manual dexterity to operate a computer and standard office equipment.
• No supervisory responsibilities.

Pay Range

$18.13-$29.90

EEO Statement

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location

The Miriam Hospital - 164 Summit Ave Providence, Rhode Island 02906

Work Type

m-f 8:30am -5:00pm

Work Shift

Day

Daily Hours

8 hours

Driving Required

No