Scheduling Clerk - General Surgery - Oro Valley

Northwest Healthcare; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

PTO

Job summary

Northwest Healthcare in Tucson is seeking a Scheduling Clerk to coordinate patient appointments, work with clinicians, and support efficient clinic operations. You will enter patient data, confirm visits, and help minimize wait times while maintaining a patient-friendly experience.

The role requires accuracy, attention to HIPAA, and good communication; the team emphasizes collaboration, reliability, and timely updates to EHR records, scheduling reports, and departmental workflows.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or related certification preferred.
• 0-2 years of medical scheduling or front desk experience preferred.
• Experience with EMR systems and scheduling software is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Schedules patient appointments for consultations, tests, procedures, and follow-ups.
• Notifies patients of confirmations, cancellations, or reschedules with instructions.
• Enters and updates patient data in the EHR/scheduling system accurately.
• Manages conflicts to prevent overlaps and allocates rooms/equipment.
• Provides general admin support including calls, filing, and paperwork.
• Assists with patient check-in and registration and gives necessary instructions.
• Communicates with clinicians to align appointments with priorities.
• Generates and reviews scheduling reports for improvement.

Skills

Appointment scheduling

EMR systems

Customer service

HIPAA compliance

Education

Associate Degree in Healthcare Administration

Tools

EMR software

Scheduling software

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Be Valued for What You Bring to the Team – Competitive pay that rewards your hard work
• Benefits You Can Count On – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
• Work Hard. Recharge Often. – Generous PTO and extended illness benefits
• Invest in Your Future – 401(k) with company match
• Grow With Us – Career development, learning opportunities, and advancement pathways
• We Invest in Your Success – Licensure and certification reimbursement for eligible roles
• Student Loan Support – Assistance available for eligible roles
• Your Wins Deserve Recognition – Employee rewards and recognition programs
• A Team You'll Love Working With – A collaborative, purpose-driven culture making a difference every day
• Additional Voluntary Benefits – Choose from options such as pet insurance, identity protection, and legal insurance.

Why Join Us?

• Be Valued for What You Bring to the Team – Competitive pay that rewards your hard work
• Benefits You Can Count On – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
• Work Hard. Recharge Often. – Generous PTO and extended illness benefits
• Invest in Your Future – 401(k) with company match
• Grow With Us – Career development, learning opportunities, and advancement pathways
• We Invest in Your Success – Licensure and certification reimbursement for eligible roles
• Student Loan Support – Assistance available for eligible roles
• Your Wins Deserve Recognition – Employee rewards and recognition programs
• A Team You'll Love Working With – A collaborative, purpose-driven culture making a difference every day
• Additional Voluntary Benefits – Choose from options such as pet insurance, identity protection, and legal insurance.

Great people. Great benefits. Meaningful work. Join us and make an impact.

Job Summary

The Scheduling Clerk is responsible for coordinating and managing patient appointments to ensure efficient scheduling and a seamless patient experience. This role involves working closely with healthcare providers, patients, and administrative teams to schedule consultations, treatments, procedures, and follow-ups in a timely and accurate manner. The Scheduling Clerk also maintains accurate scheduling records, resolves conflicts, and provides clerical support to the facility's administrative functions.

Essential Functions

• Schedules patient appointments for consultations, tests, procedures, and follow-ups, ensuring proper allocation of time and resources.
• Notifies patients of appointment confirmations, cancellations, or reschedules, as well as providing necessary information and instructions.
• Accurately enters and updates patient information into the electronic health records (EHR) or scheduling system.
• Manages scheduling conflicts, ensuring that appointments do not overlap and that resources (e.g., rooms, equipment, and staff) are properly allocated.
• Provides general administrative support, including answering calls, filing documents, processing appointment-related paperwork, and faxing information as needed.
• Assists with patient check-in and registration, ensuring patients are properly checked in for scheduled appointments and providing any necessary instructions.
• Communicates with physicians, nurses, and other medical professionals to ensure appointments are properly scheduled based on clinical priorities and patient needs.
• Generates and maintains scheduling reports, tracking cancellations, reschedules, and appointment trends for departmental reporting and process improvements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or certification in Healthcare Administration, Medical Office Administration, or a related field preferred
• 0-2 years of experience in medical scheduling, administrative support, or customer service preferred
• 0-2 years of experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems, scheduling software, or medical front desk operations preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong knowledge of appointment scheduling, patient flow management, and administrative procedures.
• Proficiency in EHR systems, scheduling software, and office applications.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in scheduling operations.
• Ability to handle high call volumes and manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and patient privacy standards.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.