Procedures Scheduling Specialist – Multi-Facility Care

Trinity Health; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

The Scheduler at Trinity Health coordinates inpatient and outpatient procedures, tests, and surgeries across multiple facilities, ensuring efficient use of provider schedules and clear communication with patients and physicians.

This role handles preauthorization, manages clinic schedules to boost patient experience and productivity, and triages incoming calls, with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years of experience in a medical or healthcare setting is required.

Responsibilities

• Knows, understands, incorporates, and demonstrates the Trinity Health Mission, Vision, and Values in behaviors, practices, and decisions.
• Schedules and reschedules patient procedures, tests, surgeries, and exams across multiple facilities.
• Coordinates surgery and procedural schedules with physicians, hospitals, and departments. Ensures room availability; required equipment, and medication are arranged prior to procedures.
• Maintains and leverages strong working relationships with patients, providers, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure a positive patient experience.
• Adapts to various changes and updates various scheduling systems promptly.
• Informs patients with appointment details including date, time, location, and preparation instructions. Schedules follow-up appointments as directed by physicians.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Scheduler at Trinity Health coordinates inpatient and outpatient procedures, tests, and surgeries across multiple facilities, ensuring efficient use of provider schedules and clear communication with patients and physicians.

This role handles preauthorization, manages clinic schedules to boost patient experience and productivity, and triages incoming calls, with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.