Experienced Hospice Scheduler
About The Position
Hospice Scheduler – The Heart Behind Exceptional Patient Care Location: Tucson, AZ Job Type: Full-Time Department: Hospice At Dependable Hospice , every moment matters. We are honored to provide compassionate, dignified end-of-life care—and we’re looking for a Hospice Scheduler who brings both precision and heart to their work. Make an Impact In this essential role, you are the coordination hub of our care team. Your work ensures that nurses, aides, and clinicians are exactly where they need to be—delivering comfort and support to patients and families during life’s most meaningful moments. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving complex scheduling challenges, and want your work to truly matter, this is your opportunity to make a difference every day.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1–2 years of healthcare scheduling experience (hospice or home health preferred)
- Experience with EMR/scheduling platforms (HCHB, WellSky, or similar)
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to stay calm under pressure and manage competing priorities
- Understanding of HIPAA and patient privacy standards
- A compassionate mindset and genuine desire to support patients and families
Responsibilities
- Coordinate daily, weekly, and monthly schedules for hospice field staff
- Align clinician assignments with patient needs, qualifications, and geography
- Collaborate with clinical supervisors to manage open visits and PTO coverage
- Accurately establish and track hospice benefit periods
- Schedule face-to-face visits with the nurse practitioner
- Respond quickly and professionally to urgent or last-minute needs
- Communicate schedule updates clearly and efficiently to field staff
- Review visit logs and support documentation compliance
- Maintain accurate records within EMR/scheduling systems
- Serve as a key liaison between clinical and administrative teams
- Support onboarding by coordinating schedules for new team members
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to process improvements
Benefits
- A supportive, mission-driven team that values your contributions
- Opportunities for growth and professional development
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
- Meaningful work that brings comfort and dignity to others
- A workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
