As a Remote Bilingual Scheduling Specialist at Community Health Systems (CHS) -
Patient Access Center, you’ll play a vital role in quality healthcare, building
enduring relationships with our patients, and providing value for the people and
communities we serve.
Our team members enjoy a robust benefits package including:
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, Dental & Vision
401k with company match
Tuition reimbursement
The Bilingual Scheduling Specialist is responsible for supporting scheduling
functions across assigned hospitals, clinics, or centralized patient access
centers and will be the first point of contact for patients. This focuses on
managing patient appointment scheduling, helping with general patient needs, and
accurately communicating patient needs to the clinical staff through centralized
call center operations. The Scheduling Specialist ensures communications and
appointments are accurate, timely, and compliant with organizational policies
while fostering effective communication with clinicians, patients, and
leadership. The ideal candidate will be bilingual in English and Spanish.
Completes accurate patient appointment scheduling across multiple clinics,
depending on assignment.
Receives inbound communication from clinicians, patients, and staff via
phone, text, email, and/or call center platforms to address scheduling needs,
and handle urgent or emergent requests.
Assesses caller needs to identify urgent clinical matters for immediate warm
transfer to clinic staff. For non-urgent requests (refills, clinical
questions), accurately documents and route communications to the appropriate
staff via the EMR.
Verifies patient demographics and insurance information, ensuring compliance
with applicable requirements.
Research patient requests within the medical record, provide necessary
information, and resolve inquiries effectively while maintaining patient
confidentiality.
Monitors EMR in-baskets, call center systems, and related technology (as
needed) to manage communication workflows effectively.
Provides timely and professional service to patients, providers, and facility
staff, ensuring positive experiences and adherence to standards.
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
This is a fully remote opportunity.
Qualifications
H.S. Diploma or GED required
Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a
related field preferred
1-3 years of experience in scheduling, operations, or healthcare
administration required
1-3 years of experience in physician/provider scheduling, patient appointment
scheduling, or call center operations
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Proficiency in scheduling software, EMR systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong customer
service orientation.
Delivers prompt, courteous, and knowledgeable support to customers.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced hospital, clinic, or call
center environments.
Knowledge of healthcare industry standards, patient confidentiality, and
compliance protocols.
We know it’s not just about finding a job. It’s about finding a place where you
are respected, valued and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place
where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and
career advancement is possible.
Community Health Systems is one of the nation's leading healthcare providers.
With healthcare delivery systems in 36 distinct markets across 14 states, CHS
operates 69 affiliated hospitals with more than 10,000 beds and approximately
1,000 other sites of care, including physician practices, urgent care centers,
freestanding emergency departments, imaging centers, cancer centers, and
ambulatory surgery centers.
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.