Provider Scheduling Specialist - Neurosciences

St. Luke’s University Health Network; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a Provider Scheduling Specialist to develop and manage provider schedules across a portfolio of providers.

You will analyze schedules using scheduling tools to maximize efficiency while meeting divisional goals. You will collaborate with providers, managers, and leaders to minimize service gaps, support onboarding of new providers, and ensure schedules align with business priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health care administration, business administration, or closely related field.
• Associate degree in health care administration or business administration with 1–3 years scheduling experience accepted.
• High school diploma with 1 year of workforce scheduling experience plus healthcare exposure considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain provider schedules aligned with forecasted needs and priorities.
• Serve as primary contact for scheduling inquiries.
• Analyze data and adjust schedules to optimize resource use and reduce gaps.

Skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in health care administration or business administration

Associate degree in health care administration or business administration

High school diploma with relevant scheduling experience

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.The Provider Scheduling Specialist, SLPG is responsible for the development and management of provider schedules for a given portfolio of providers. This role analyzes schedules, with the aid of various scheduling tools, to maximize operational efficiencies while aligning with divisional needs and organizational goals. Through collaboration with providers, managers, and divisional leads, the scheduler adapts to changing conditions, minimizing service gaps and ensuring the appropriate allocation of provider resources.JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Develop and maintain provider schedules in alignment with forecasted needs, census trends, block and schedule utilization, and service priorities.Serve as the primary point of contact for scheduling-related inquiries.A nalyze real-time data to adjust schedules proactively and resolve conflicts in collaboration with divisional leaders.Optimize scheduling workflows to improve resource efficiency and reduce operational waste (e.g. excessive daily travel)Oversee the configuration, maintenance, and overall functionality of scheduling systems.Support the onboarding of new providers in partnership with leadership, medical affairs, HR, and enrollment teamsEnsure scheduling practices align with business priorities through continuous and consistent, clear, and timely communication and collaboration with operations and clinical teams.Support the onboarding of new providers in partnership with leadership, medical affairs, HR, and enrollment teams.Ensure scheduling practices align with business priorities through continuous and consistent, clear, and timely communication and collaboration with operations and clinical teams.Ensure scheduling practices align with business priorities through continuous and consistent, clear, and timely communication and collaboration with operations and clinical teams.Monitor provider adherence to contracted shift requirements and promptly address deviations or non-compliance in partnership with leadership to implement corrective measuresGenerate and maintain detailed reports and scheduling policy documentation, while identifying and recommending process improvements.Assist with provider payroll functions, ensuring accurate and timely submission of hours reconciliation, approvals, paid time off, cost center allocations, and leave tracking.Foster strong working relationships with hospital area managers and other departments to ensure timely communication and alignment of scheduling needs.Performs other related duties as assigned to support department and organizational priorities.PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:Must be able to sit for long periods of time. Must have the ability to hear as it related to normal conversation. Frequent use of hands for data entry.EDUCATION:Bachelor’s degree in health care administration, business administration, or a closely related field and a minimum of 1 year of workforce scheduling experience required; OR associate degree in health care administration, business administration, or a closely related field and a minimum of 1-3 years of workforce scheduling experience required; OR high school diploma and a minimum of 1 year of workforce scheduling experience and 1-3 years of similar healthcare related experience required.TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:Strong analytical, time management, and organizational skills with the ability to manage complex scheduling requirements and competing priorities. Effective interpersonal and communication skills to work seamlessly with cross-functional teams and individual stakeholders. Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and respond flexibly to changing business needs.Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.