Coordinator, Patient Scheduling and Medical Records

Cardinal Health•San Marcos, CA

56d•$21 - $25

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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
Applies acquired job skills and company policies and procedures to complete standard tasks
Works on routine assignments that require basic problem resolution
Refers to policies and past practices for guidance
Receives general direction on standard work; receives detailed instruction on new assignments
Consults with supervisor or senior peers on complex and unusual problems

Nice To Haves

1-3 years of experience
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent work experience
Patient scheduling and Medical Records experience

Responsibilities

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
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.