Scheduling Coordinator - Orlando Health Cancer Institute

Position Summary

As a top cancer care provider in Florida, Orlando Health Cancer Institute is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary cancer program consisting of six treatment sites and more than 10 practice locations that serve the region’s adult oncology needs. Specializing in more than 200 types of cancer, an expert team of medical professionals provides personalized care with the most state-of-the-art technologies, such as advanced radiation and proton therapies, and bone marrow transplant and cellular therapy. Through a robust research program, the institute also supports physician involvement in numerous research studies and clinical trials that give patients access to innovative diagnosis, treatment and symptom management options. In addition to being accredited by the Commission on Cancer, a program of the American College of Surgeons, Orlando Health Cancer Institute has earned accreditations and certifications in several areas — including medical oncology and hematology/oncology, radiation oncology, cellular therapy, rectal cancer, and breast care — from the respective accrediting organizations, and recently was named in the 2023 Becker's Hospital Review “60 Hospitals and Health Systems with Great Oncology Programs” list.

Orlando Health Cancer Institute is part of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes 24 award-winning hospitals and ERs, 9 specialty institutes, 14 urgent care centers, 100+ primary care practices and more than 60 outpatient facilities that span Florida’s east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, we honor our 100-year legacy by providing care for more than 142,000 inpatient and 3.9 million outpatient visits each year.

Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible so that you can be present for your passions. “Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you.

Position Summary

The Scheduling Coordinator will communicate regularly with physicians, which may include, patients, ancillary and surgical areas to involve scheduling, rescheduling, and cancellation of single/multiple tests and procedures.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Provide accurate information of department/procedure specific scheduling criteria to expedite patient preparation, arrival location and time.
• Be proactive with all customers by actively listening, showing a caring attitude and offering alternatives when necessary.
• Demonstrate superb telephone etiquette, team player attitude and professional communication skills at all times.
• Understands the importance Orlando Health places on providing exemplary customer service with a Patient First Philosophy
• Exhibits working knowledge in the use of all registration, scheduling systems, and Web based resources.
• Knowledge of computer applications, multi-line telephone system, printers, copy fax machines, which may include required data entry.
• Maintains basic understanding of the medical needs during the screening process for scheduling an appointment.
• Consistently reviews the schedules daily and communicates all changes to appropriate staff.
• Consistently meets departmental goals for productivity, quality and customer service standards set by Orlando Health.
• Maintains a working knowledge of ICD-9 (ICD-10) and CPT codes, as deemed necessary.
• Identifies customer service issues and resolves or initiates necessary follow-up.
• Adheres to all portions of the Orlando Health Professional Appearance Policy at all times.
• Maintains regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
  
  

Other Related Functions

• Maintains regular communication with the practices regarding scheduling matters, as deemed necessary.
• Attends departmental meetings/in-services and participates in process improvement initiatives.
• Assume the responsibility for professional growth and development.
  
  

Qualifications

Education/Training

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Must complete Orlando Health medical terminology course within 90 days of hire.
  
  

Licensure/Certification

• None.
  
  

Experience

• One (1) year of retail, customer service or health care.
• Computer experience required.