Pediatric Patient Care Coordinator - Scheduling & Liaison

UTHealth Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid medical premiums for full‑t​

Generous time off

Longevity Pay

Retirement/pension plan

Job summary

UTHealth Houston's Ophthalmology department is seeking a Coordinator Patient Care Services to support pediatric ophthalmology patients. The role focuses on scheduling, follow-up coordination, and communication between families and the clinic.

Responsibilities include coordinating appointments, ensuring smooth clinic flow, handling patient records with HIPAA compliance, and assisting with patient education and discharge follow-up. Prior scheduling experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of related healthcare administrative experience.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and patient privacy regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient scheduling and follow-up exams for pediatric ophthalmology patients.
• Serve as liaison between patients, families, and clinicians.
• Ensure clinic flow and efficient use of resources.
• Maintain patient records securely and accurately.

Skills

Scheduling

Customer service

Healthcare administration

HIPAA knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

PACS

EHR systems

Job description

UTHealth Houston's Ophthalmology department is seeking a Coordinator Patient Care Services to support pediatric ophthalmology patients. The role focuses on scheduling, follow-up coordination, and communication between families and the clinic.

Responsibilities include coordinating appointments, ensuring smooth clinic flow, handling patient records with HIPAA compliance, and assisting with patient education and discharge follow-up. Prior scheduling experience is a plus.