What are the responsibilities and job description for the Call Center Representative position at The Woman's Health Pavilion?
The Woman’s Health Pavilion – Scheduling Coordinator
The Woman’s Health Pavilion is a growing OB/GYN practice. We are currently hiring for our scheduling department.
Essential Functions
- Schedule appointments for patients efficiently and accurately while managing multiple requests simultaneously.
- Answer telephone promptly in a polite and professional manner, handling high call volumes.
- Obtain and enter accurate demographic information into patient accounts in real time.
- Schedule appointments correctly (appointment type, date, time, location, and provider), while verifying details with callers.
- Manage multiple tasks concurrently, including handling calls, updating schedules, and responding to system alerts without compromising accuracy.
- Inform callers of items to bring to appointments and provide clear pre-visit instructions.
- Remind callers of cancellation/no-show policies.
- Use sound judgment in handling calls, especially with upset or urgent patient concerns.
- Identify priority situations and escalate calls appropriately to physicians, nurses, or practice management.
- Communicate clearly between patients and providers, relaying important instructions accurately.
- Navigate scheduling software, EMR systems, and phone systems simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Maintain and update scheduling logs, reports, and patient data using spreadsheets (e.g., Excel or Google Sheets).
- Promote a positive team environment and maintain strong interpersonal relationships.
- Demonstrate flexibility by adjusting to fluctuating call volumes, staffing needs, and unexpected changes.
- Maintain strict adherence to HIPAA policies and patient confidentiality.
Additional Responsibilities
- Manage appointment waitlists and rescheduling workflows.
- Respond to patient inquiries via multiple channels (phone, email, patient portals).
- Track and prioritize urgent vs. routine scheduling requests.
- Assist with insurance verification or appointment pre-authorization (if applicable).
- Document all patient interactions accurately in the system.
- Monitor and meet call center performance metrics (call time, hold time, accuracy).
- Generate, update, and review basic reports using spreadsheets to support scheduling and operational needs.
Qualifications
- Professional demeanor
- Strong customer service skills
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
- Excellent telephone communication skills
- Proven ability to multitask in a fast-paced, high-volume call center environment
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and switch between responsibilities seamlessly
- Ability to exercise good judgment and handle calls appropriately
- Proficiency in spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets) for data entry, tracking, and basic reporting
- Willingness to work evenings and/or weekends
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Associate’s Degree or related healthcare certification preferred
- One year of customer service and/or healthcare experience; working knowledge of medical terminology
- Bilingual preferred but not required
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $22