Scheduling Specialist – Orthopedics

Roper St. Francis Healthcare

. Coordinate and schedule patient testing and surgical procedures .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeRemote • South Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient scheduling coordination, data entry, and customer service within a healthcare environment. Proficient in managing scheduling discrepancies and maintaining accurate patient information.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Patient Scheduling CoordinationData Entry ExperienceCustomer Service SkillsMedical Necessity VerificationStatistical Data Compilation

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Hard Skills

Data EntryTyping 45-50 WPMPatient Information ManagementScheduling Order ProcessingStatistical Data Preparation

Soft Skills

Professional CommunicationProblem-SolvingInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Hospital Computer System

Industry Keywords

HealthcarePatient TestingSurgical ProceduresInsurance InformationUrgent Scheduling

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate and schedule patient testing and surgical procedures
Interact with physician offices, healthcare providers, and departmental staff
Obtain scheduling orders and instruct patients on test preparation
Enter and maintain patient scheduling, demographic, and insurance information in the hospital computer system
Pre-register self-scheduled patients when required
Resolve testing and procedure discrepancies and non-routine scheduling issues
Check medical necessity at the time of scheduling
Coordinate urgent patient scheduling across multiple facilities or departments
Compile and prepare statistical data for the department supervisor
Perform filing, photocopying, and data-relaying duties as assigned
Provide professional customer service over the phone

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent (required)
Associate degree in business, Healthcare, or related field (preferred)
Combination of post-secondary education and experience in lieu of degree will be considered
Experience with data entry (preferred)
Typing 45-50 WPM (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Incentives
Referral bonuses
403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
HSA/FSA options
Life insurance
Mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off
Parental and FMLA leave
Short- and long-term disability
Tuition assistance
Professional development and continuing education support