Patient Scheduling & Care Coordinator

OrthoArizona; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Health Savings Account

Dental & Vision insurance

Pet insurance

ID Theft protection

Legal assistance

Job summary

OrthoArizona is seeking a Patient Scheduling Coordinator to join our Arizona team in Chandler. You will handle calls, verify insurance, and schedule appointments in line with provider protocols, ensuring accurate patient records in the EMR.

Ideal candidates bring strong customer service, medical terminology knowledge, and solid computer skills. The role offers full-time hours with benefits across multiple plans and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer / patient service skills.
• Deep understanding and Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Working knowledge of computer programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma or GED.
• Preferred Qualifications: One-year medical office experience.
• Bilingual is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Answer phone in prompt, courteous and helpful manner, screen, and route calls if applicable.
• Make sound decisions on how to best assist the patient based on their needs, presented questions, or issues.
• Collect important patient data to ensure ease of scheduling.
• Verify insurance is active, and update insurance information as needed prior to scheduling.
• Schedule appointments accurately in conjunction with provider protocols and patient’s needs.
• Have a deep understanding of the most up to date provider protocols and anticipate changes in protocols.
• Create patient note in the EMR with the correct medical terminology associated with issues the patient presented.
• Research and understand patient record for proper referral and/or imaging documentation, while answering related questions regarding patient charts.
• Meet individual quotas and key performance indicators (KPIs), as well as assist in accomplishing team goals.
• Continue to expand knowledge of practice management software as updates occur.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures.
• Understand/Perform training on practice management software.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Medical terminology

Phone handling

Communication skills

Data entry

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Practice management software

EMR software

Job description

OrthoArizona is seeking a Patient Scheduling Coordinator to join our Arizona team in Chandler. You will handle calls, verify insurance, and schedule appointments in line with provider protocols, ensuring accurate patient records in the EMR.

Ideal candidates bring strong customer service, medical terminology knowledge, and solid computer skills. The role offers full-time hours with benefits across multiple plans and paid time off.