Scheduler

El Camino Health Medical Network; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

El Camino Health Medical Network is seeking a Temporary Scheduler in San Jose, CA. The role focuses on timely appointment scheduling, patient registration, and seamless communication within the medical practice.

Responsibilities include answering calls, coordinating pre-op testing, verifying EMR data, and collecting co-pays. The position is full of patient interaction and requires accurate typing and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year in medical office setting.
• At least 1 year of medical terminology knowledge.
• Typing speed 40 WPM.
• Experience with EMR systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good math and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Answers telephone, screens calls, takes messages, and provides information to patients.
• Greets and registers patients promptly and in a friendly manner.
• Oversees waiting area and coordinates patient movement.
• Instructs patients about appointments and pre-op testing.
• Verifies information in EMR and obtains authorizations as needed.
• Collects co-pays and ensures required paperwork is on file.
• Maintains standard workflow and supports team.

Skills

Medical office experience

EMR experience

40 WPM typing

Verbal communication

Written communication

Active listening

Attention to detail

Organization skills

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

El Camino Health Medical Network · ECHMN - Willow Glen

San Jose , CA

Temporary , Days , 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Posted 11/02/2026

Travel Required: No

El Camino Health Medical Networkis currently seeking a talented Temporary Scheduler to join our growing healthcare team in Santa Clara County!

Pay:$31.00/hr.

Location:San Jose,CA

Shift:M-F, 8:00am-5:00pm (Temp)

The Scheduler creates and schedules patient appointments in an efficient and timely manner. They facilitatecommunications throughout the medical practice.

Job Summary

• Answers telephone, screens calls, takes messages, and provides information to patients.


• Greets and registers patients in a prompt, pleasant and helpful manner.


• Oversees waiting area, coordinates patient movement, reports problems or irregularities.


• Instructs and answers questions of patients regarding appointments, scheduled procedures and testing. Coordinates pre-op testing as directed by physician.


• Adjusts and/or verifies physician and office schedules daily.


• Verifies necessary information in the EMR, various insurance plans, and obtains authorizations for scheduled procedures as needed.


• Ensures all necessary paperwork such as consent forms and allergy lists are completed and on file.


• Reviews all instructions with the patient and collects fees such as co-pays.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED


• One (1) year experience in a medical office or outpatient/ambulatory care organization


• At least one (1) year experience of medical terminology required


• Word processing and computer experience


• Experience working with an EMR


• Ability to accurately type a minimum of 40 WPM


• Strong verbal and written communications, and active listening skills


• Solid patient/guest relations skills with the ability to communicate in a professional, courteous and efficient manner


• Ability to perform basic math


• Excellent attention to detail


• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize task to complete assignments within the time allotted to maintain standard workflow


• Ability to work effectively as a team member who is flexible, cooperative and willing to assist others