WHAT PATIENT SCHEDULER CONTRIBUTES TO CARDINAL HEALTH

Practice Operations Management oversees the business and administrative operations of a medical practice.
Patient Schedulers are responsible for booking and managing appointments for patients at a clinic, ensuring they see the right doctor at the appropriate time by coordinating schedules and minimizing wait times.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1-3 years of experience, preferred
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience, preferred
• Medical Office experience required
• Patient scheduling and Medical Records experience highly desired

Scheduling:

• Schedule, cancel, and reschedule appointments for patients
• Coordinate with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to set up appointments
• Manage and prioritize appointment requests based on urgency and availability
• Communicate with patients regarding their appointment details, changes, and cancellations
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding patient information
• Monitor and manage patient wait lists

Medical Records:

• Compiles, verifies, and files medical records.
• Reviews medical records for completeness, assembles records into standard order, and files records in designated areas or electronic medical records system.
• Files processed labs, pathology reports and loose correspondence into patient records once physician has reviewed and signed appropriately.
• Perform any other functions as required by management.