Scheduler

Responsibilities

• Answers telephones, routes callers, takes messages and provides routine information to clients or customers.
• Processes paperwork and records changes among several departments.
• Copies correspondence, reports, etc. to maintain files.
• Enters and retrieves data from established computer files.
• Maintains an adequate filing system so that information can be quickly retrieved.
• Performs light typing, operates a terminal console, fax machine or related office equipment in fulfilling work assignments.
• Traces missing files.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Sufficient experience in a health care or health agency setting is required.
• Excellent office machine skills such as telephone, computer, fax, typewriter and copier are necessary.
• Must demonstrate the ability to recognize patients' individual needs based on medical conditions, age, limitations and planned procedures.
• Excellent oral communication skills and knowledge in all clerical functions of the department are required.
• Knowledge of medical terms and procedures is demonstrated.