Scheduling Coordinator I

AltaMed•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$26 - $32

About The Position

If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day. Job Overview The Scheduling Coordinator is responsible for scheduling and coordinating urgent, routine and follow-up specialist appointments for of IDT-approved authorizations, in accordance to scheduling and turnaround time objectives. This role collaborates closely with members of the IDT team to coordinate specialty services and to advocate for participants’ specialty needs. The Scheduling Coordinator is an integral part of the specialty care services team, working as a liaison between the participant, Primary Care Physician (PCP), PACE Center staff, specialty providers and Utilization Management to ensure timely access to specialty care.

Requirements

High School Diploma required.
Two-year minimum experience working in medical or clinical field required.
Experience working with referrals/authorizations and with an Electronic Health System required.

Nice To Haves

Medical Assistant Certificate preferred.
Bilingual English, Spanish/Mandarin/Cantonese depending on location preferred.

Responsibilities

scheduling and coordinating urgent, routine and follow-up specialist appointments for of IDT-approved authorizations, in accordance to scheduling and turnaround time objectives.
collaborates closely with members of the IDT team to coordinate specialty services and to advocate for participants’ specialty needs.
working as a liaison between the participant, Primary Care Physician (PCP), PACE Center staff, specialty providers and Utilization Management to ensure timely access to specialty care.