Patient Scheduler Coordinator

Ascension; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness resources

Family benefits

Other benefits

Job summary

Ascension in Murfreesboro, TN, is seeking a Full-time role in Gastroenterology operations. You will orchestrate complex schedules and referrals, act as the vital link between patients and a network of specialists, and ensure smooth access to care.

This position emphasizes patient privacy, regulatory compliance, and accurate, up-to-date documentation to empower clinical teams and maintain high standards of safety and service.

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Seamless Care Transitions: You will orchestrate complex schedules and referrals, acting as the vital link between our patients and a network of specialist providers.
• Strategic Access Management: You’ll proactively manage schedule changes and cancellations, ensuring our clinical capacity is optimized and patient wait times are minimized.
• Champion Patient Privacy: You will operate as an expert in site-specific protocols and regulatory compliance, ensuring that every piece of documentation meets the highest standards of safety and confidentiality.
• Drive Operational Excellence: By maintaining up-to-the-minute documentation, you empower our clinical teams to make informed decisions based on the most current and reliable data available.

Education

High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Murfreesboro, TN

Facility: 1800 Medical Center Parkway

Specialty: Gastroenterology

Schedule: Full-time | Days

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Seamless Care Transitions: You will orchestrate complex schedules and referrals, acting as the vital link between our patients and a network of specialist providers.
• Strategic Access Management: You’ll proactively manage schedule changes and cancellations, ensuring our clinical capacity is optimized and patient wait times are minimized.
• Champion Patient Privacy: You will operate as an expert in site-specific protocols and regulatory compliance, ensuring that every piece of documentation meets the highest standards of safety and confidentiality.
• Drive Operational Excellence: By maintaining up-to-the-minute documentation, you empower our clinical teams to make informed decisions based on the most current and reliable data available.

Education

What minimum requirements you’ll need

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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