Quick Summary
* Organizational Impact: Performs tasks that are typically routine that may impact team's performance with occasional guidance.
Demonstrates basic knowledge of conditions that affect safety and reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department.
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Schedules appointments for patients either by phone when they call in or in person after an office visit. If medical practice offers after-hours/one-day appointments, schedules these appointments following urgent/emergency protocols as in the case of a sick child, which may mean scheduling the patient with a physician or nurse practitioner other than their primary physician.
- Uses manual/computerized system to match physician/clinician availability with patient’s preferences in terms of date and time.
- Maintains scheduling system so records are accurate and complete and can be used to analyze patient/staffing patterns. Provides daily schedules to physicians/clinicians or medical assistants prior to each day’s visits. Also provides copies for the receptionist/ registration clerk and others as needed.
- Ensures that updates (e.g., cancellations or additions) are input daily into master schedule.
- Communicates as needed with physicians/clinicians and other staff about any patient concerns/issues related to scheduling. Consults with appointment manager about any system problems.
- Uses customer service principles and techniques to deal with patients calmly and pleasantly.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
What We Offer
~2 min readRequirements
~1 min readResponsibilities:
Certifications:
Work Experience:
Relevant Work ExperienceExperience Level:
1 yearEducation:
High School Diploma or GEDThis role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.
Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.
Location & Eligibility
About this job
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
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Listing Details
- First seen
- November 7, 2026
- Last seen
- November 7, 2026
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- Days active
- -1
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 51%
- Scored at
- November 7, 2026
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