Medical Scheduler

Oncology Scheduler

Columbia, MD 21044

Training and Occasional Float shifts in Eldersburg, MD

Pay Rate: $18-$21/hrly

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am-4:30pm (30 min lunch)

Contract to Hire

Description

Under direct supervision, responsible for scheduling patient appointments and tests in an efficient and timely manner. Answers all incoming calls and directs calls to appropriate personnel. Serves as a liaison between patient and medical staff. May include outside scheduling and/or surgical scheduling responsibilities. Supports and adheres to the Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

o Answers all incoming calls; assesses callers’ needs and directs to appropriate personnel. Pages clinic personnel as appropriate. Obtains and communicates messages in an accurate and timely manner.

o Schedules new patients, patient referrals and returning patients in computer system in accordance with physician and/or office guidelines. For new and or referred patients, sets up in system with appropriate documentation and coding. Cancels/reschedules appointments according to physician schedule changes; notifies appropriate clinic personnel.

o Obtains and enters all insurance authorization, and correspondence relating to referrals in patients charts and/or electronic medical records (EMR).

o Collects co-pays, deductible and other out of pocket amounts at time of visit.

o Maintains primary office scheduling template containing physician meetings, satellite schedule, rounding and call coverage.

o Arranges for patients to have financial counseling as needed.

o Demonstrates an understanding of patient confidentiality to protect the patient and clinic/practice.

o Follows policies and procedures to contribute to the efficiency of the front office. Covers for other front office functions as requested.

o Prepares correspondence, memos, forms and other typing as requested by supervisor.

o May schedule outpatient appointments/testing/surgeries and hospital admissions upon request. Obtains necessary pre-certification as required.

o May communicate to patient about surgeries or tests being scheduled and potential prep work needed, inquiring about test specifics from necessary parties and gathering patient information as needed

o May be responsible for follow up on all pre-operative tests to ensure cleared for surgical procedure and communicates with physician and patients if further testing is required before surgery is performed.

o May be responsible for scheduling post-operative follow up appointments with Physicians.

o Where applicable, basic understanding of medical terminology for tests and surgical procedures, including coding and ability to look up codes specific to diagnosis, surgery and scheduling procedure.

Skills

Medical Scheduling, Healthcare, Medical, Scheduling, EMR, Epic, insurance verification

Additional Skills & Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Position is entry level and requires 0-3 years’ experience preferably in a medical office setting.

Knowledge of medical terminology and coding a plus.

Must have excellent communication skills, written and verbal.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) required.

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Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbia, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $23.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbia,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.