Provider Scheduling Coordinator

Progressivephysicians; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Provider Scheduling Coordinator to enhance operational efficiency within healthcare scheduling. This role involves collaborating with administration to develop effective schedules, ensuring adequate provider staffing, and maintaining a deep understanding of provider skill sets. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, demonstrating strong organizational skills and a commitment to compliance with healthcare regulations. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare services and making a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of healthcare experience in scheduling.
• Experience with QGenda or similar scheduling systems.

Responsibilities

• Schedule providers for SLUHN sites ensuring proper coverage.
• Maintain vacation, holiday, and call schedules for all providers.

Skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Detail-oriented

Clerical procedures knowledge

Relationship management

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

QGenda

Job description

Job Title: Provider Scheduling Coordinator

Reports to:Supervisor, Provider Scheduling

The Provider Scheduling Coordinator is accountable for scheduling the Progressive Physician Associates (“PPA”) providers for St. Luke’s University Health Network (“SLUHN”) sites. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, communicating and collaborating with SLUHN administration and schedulers to develop schedules that ensure proper coverage and establishing and maintaining knowledge of individual provider skill sets as well as the scheduling needs of each site.

Essential Functions:

• Using the QGenda Provider Scheduling software which develops and maintains monthly physician working schedules.
• Ensuring that all SLUHN sites have adequate provider staffing according to established rules and protocols.
• Understanding the specific daily scheduling needs at each SLUHN location based on specialty, modality, and procedures performed at that location each day.
• Maintaining intimate knowledge of provider skillset and credentials to ensure proper provider scheduling dependent on hospital network need.
• Following defined processes, maintains vacation, holiday, and call schedules for all provider.
• Coordinates with PPA administration to align scheduler and HR records.
• Making recommendations for process improvements.
• Supporting company mission, vision and values and champions the same from others.
• Ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Required Competencies

• To be flexible and adaptable, working effectively with diverse situations and personalities.
• Detail-oriented and professional with a demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize tasks.
• A practical knowledge of clerical procedures and systems like recordkeeping and filing.
• The demonstrated ability to build rapport, manage relationships, and communicate skillfully.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma required; Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years healthcare experience in a scheduling and/or credentialing position.
• Experience working with QGenda or similar system.