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Title: Patient Scheduling Specialist
Pay: $16/hour
Location: Remote after on-site training
Shift Options:
- Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with one Saturday rotation per month
- Monday – Friday, flexible 8-hour shifts between 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Training: Onsite in Bloomington, 8am-5pm
About the Role:
We are seeking a detail-oriented, patient-focused Patient Scheduling Specialist to support a leading healthcare system in Bloomington, IN. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity, with the potential to convert to a permanent role based on performance and business needs.
Please Note: This role requires 6 weeks of on-site training 8am-5pm, M-F before transitioning to a remote work environment.
Work Model: Contract-to-hire after 90 day; Employment contingent on performance.
Key Responsibilities of the Patient Scheduling Specialist:
- Answer inbound calls (up to 100 calls/day) from those with questions about scheduling, prescription refills, and general inquiries.
- Schedule appointments accurately across multiple clinics and specialties.
- Assist with insurance verification and prior authorization needs for procedures and surgeries.
- Explain financial options to patients, including self-pay, billing details, and available payment plans.
- Meet department quality and productivity goals while providing exceptional customer service.
Qualifications of the Patient Scheduling Specialist:
- High school diploma or equivalent (required).
- At least 1 year of inbound call experience working with 60 calls/day (required)
- Strong communication skills with the ability to stay calm, patient, and supportive over the phone.
- Comfortable navigating computer systems, multitasking, and working in a fast-paced and high-volume environment.
- Genuine passion for helping others and creating a positive patient experience.
- Interest in growing and building a long-term career in healthcare.
- Healthcare experience is a plus!
Why this Opportunity?
- A great way to get your foot in the door with a respected and well-established healthcare organization.
- Contract-to-hire structure offers a clear path to long-term, stable employment.
- Supportive team environment with ongoing guidance from both the client and our agency.
- Valuable hands-on experience that helps build your healthcare skills and knowledge.
- Opportunities for growth, learning, and advancement within a large healthcare network.
- Meaningful, people-focused work where you can make a real impact on patient experiences every day.
Job Details:
Job Type: Full-time, Contract to Hire
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Work Location: Bloomington, IN (Remote after training)
**This position will require a background check and drug screening.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temporary
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- This position offers a pay rate of $16/hour. Are you comfortable with this pay rate?
- How many inbound calls per day do you have experience working with?
- Will you be able to reliably commute to onsite training M-F 8am-5pm before moving to a remote role?
- Which of the following shifts can you work? List all that apply:
- M–F, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- M–F, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (one Saturday rotation/month)
- M–F, 8-hour shifts anytime between 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Experience:
- Inbound Call Center: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16