Job Description
Job DescriptionPosition Overview
We are seeking a Bilingual Medical/Radiology Scheduler (ONSITE) to join a patient-focused diagnostic imaging team in Houston. This position is ideal for someone who is professional, personable, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
The Medical Scheduler will coordinate patient appointments, manage referrals and documentation, communicate with patients and provider offices, and ensure accurate patient information throughout the scheduling process.
Bilingual English/Spanish is REQUIRED and pass a 1 minute typing test (37-40+ WPM)
MUST have 8am-6pm shift availibility Mon-Fri and sometimes a 10a-7p shift
Position: Bilingual Medical Scheduler
Location: Houston, TX 77043
Schedule: Monday-Friday; typically 8:00 AM-5:00 PM or 9:00 AM-6:00 PM. Occasional 10:00 AM-7:00 PM shifts. Saturday rotations are rare and provided with advance notice.
Pay: $18/hr-$20/hr + full-time benefits (Based On Experience)
Employment Type: 6-month contract-to-hire with opportunity for direct hire
Start Date: ASAP following completion of compliance requirements
Requirements: Background check and drug screen
Key Responsibilities
- Schedule, reschedule, and confirm patient appointments
- Process referrals and create patient charts in the EMR
- Follow up to obtain required medical documentation
- Communicate with patients, physician offices, attorneys, and internal departments
- Provide patients with appointment details, preparation instructions, and other necessary information
- Coordinate transportation for procedure patients when needed
- Follow up with patients regarding cancellations and no-shows
- Answer incoming calls and assist with patient inquiries
- Update patient demographics and information in the EMR
- Review charts for completeness and accuracy
- Communicate appointment status updates to physician offices and attorneys
- Work collaboratively with other departments to support patient care
Qualifications
- Bilingual English/Spanish required
- Medical scheduling or healthcare experience preferred
- Knowledge of medical terminology preferred
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Professional phone etiquette and customer service skills
- Comfortable working with EMR systems
- Experience with EXA and Gmail is a plus
Typing Requirement
Candidates must demonstrate a typing speed of 35+ WPM with low errors. 40+ WPM is preferred.
Typing assessment: TypingTest.com - Professional Medical
We recommend practicing on another typing website before completing the assessment, as attempts on the testing site are monitored.
What We Offer
- Weekly pay
- Full-time benefits
- Monday-Friday schedule
- 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity
- Potential for direct hire
- Opportunity to work in a patient-centered diagnostic imaging environment
For California Applicants:
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.
\nCompany Description
Here at Medix, we are dedicated to providing workforce solutions to clients throughout multiple industries. We have been named among the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation for two consecutive years. Medix has also been ranked as one of the fastest growing companies by Inc. Magazine.
Our commitment to our core purpose of positively impacting 20,000 lives affects not only the way we interact with our clients and talent, but also with our co-workers! The goal is lofty, but it is made attainable through the hard work and dedication of our teams and their willingness to lock arms together. Are you ready to lock arms with us?
Company Description
Here at Medix, we are dedicated to providing workforce solutions to clients throughout multiple industries. We have been named among the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation for two consecutive years. Medix has also been ranked as one of the fastest growing companies by Inc. Magazine.\r\n\r\nOur commitment to our core purpose of positively impacting 20,000 lives affects not only the way we interact with our clients and talent, but also with our co-workers! The goal is lofty, but it is made attainable through the hard work and dedication of our teams and their willingness to lock arms together. Are you ready to lock arms with us?