Pulmonary Patient Scheduler & Pre-Registration Specialist

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS seeks a Patient Scheduler in the Pulmonary Division to coordinate provider schedules and optimize patient access. The role supports pre-registration using practice management software, handles referrals, authorizations, and certifications as needed to ensure smooth appointments.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, strong communication skills, proficiency with scheduling software, and the ability to work in a team to deliver

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with scheduling software preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains current knowledge of patient scheduling software and ARGs for providers scheduled.
• Pre-registers all new patients with 95% accuracy.
• Obtains demographic data for referring physicians when scheduling visits.
• Verifies insurance electronically or by phone and informs patients of expected payment.
• Completes data entry of pre-registration notes in the scheduling system.
• Uses scheduling guidelines to determine need for financial counseling.
• Duties may be updated or changed by management.

Skills

Office procedures

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS seeks a Patient Scheduler in the Pulmonary Division to coordinate provider schedules and optimize patient access. The role supports pre-registration using practice management software, handles referrals, authorizations, and certifications as needed to ensure smooth appointments.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, strong communication skills, proficiency with scheduling software, and the ability to work in a team to deliver