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Scheduling Coordinator

Centennial, CO ยท Hybrid

$23 - $25/hr

Scheduling Coordinator Job Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt Hours: Monday-Friday, hybrid office hours ... Excellent benefits package including Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance * Flex Spending Accounts ...

Scheduling Coordinator

Scottsdale, AZ ยท On-site

$24 - $27/hr

Collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively across clinical and operational teams Education & Experience * 2+ years of experience in medical scheduling, patient coordination, or a ...

Scheduling Coordinator

Scottsdale, AZ ยท On-site

$24 - $27/hr

Collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively across clinical and operational teams Education & Experience * 2+ years of experience in medical scheduling, patient coordination, or a ...

Scheduling Coordinator

Scottsdale, AZ ยท On-site

$24 - $27/hr

Collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively across clinical and operational teams Education & Experience * 2+ years of experience in medical scheduling, patient coordination, or a ...

Scheduling Coordinator

Los Angeles, CA ยท On-site

$20 - $25/hr

You will balance high-volume appointment logistics with insurance authorization tracking, medical ... Appointment Coordination: Schedule complex routine, follow-up, and diagnostic appointments for ...

Scheduling Coordinator

Scottsdale, AZ ยท On-site

$24 - $27/hr

Collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively across clinical and operational teams Education & Experience * 2+ years of experience in medical scheduling, patient coordination, or a ...

In this role, you will serve as the primary point of contact for patients, coordinating ... Experience in healthcare scheduling, patient services, or medical administration is a plus. What ...

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How much do medical scheduling coordinator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for medical scheduling coordinator in the United States is $20.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a medical scheduling coordinator do?

A Medical Scheduling Coordinator is responsible for managing and organizing appointments for patients in a healthcare facility. They handle scheduling, rescheduling, and canceling appointments, ensuring that both patients and healthcare providers are properly informed. These coordinators also verify patient information, obtain pre-authorizations, and coordinate with medical staff to optimize workflow. Their role is essential for maintaining smooth operations within clinics or hospitals, improving patient satisfaction, and supporting efficient healthcare delivery.

What is the difference between Medical Scheduling Coordinator vs Medical Office Assistant?

AspectMedical Scheduling CoordinatorMedical Office Assistant
CredentialsHigh school diploma; certification in scheduling or medical office procedures (optional)High school diploma; certification in medical assisting (optional)
Work EnvironmentClinics, hospitals, healthcare offices primarily managing appointment schedulesMedical offices, clinics, hospitals handling administrative tasks including scheduling, patient intake, and clerical duties
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare providers, hospitals, clinicsMedical practices, outpatient clinics, healthcare facilities
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The Medical Scheduling Coordinator primarily focuses on managing patient appointment schedules, ensuring efficient workflow. The Medical Office Assistant handles a broader range of administrative tasks, including scheduling, patient check-in, and clerical duties. While both roles work in healthcare settings and may require similar certifications, the Scheduling Coordinator specializes in appointment management, making it a more targeted position for scheduling-related tasks.

What are some common challenges faced by medical scheduling coordinators, and how can they be managed effectively?

Medical Scheduling Coordinators often face challenges such as handling last-minute appointment changes, managing high call volumes, and coordinating between multiple providers or departments. Effective time management, strong communication skills, and proficiency with scheduling software are key to overcoming these obstacles. Building good relationships with both patients and clinical staff can also help streamline workflow and reduce scheduling conflicts.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a medical scheduling coordinator?

To thrive as a Medical Scheduling Coordinator, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience with medical office procedures, often supported by a high school diploma or associate degree. Familiarity with scheduling software, electronic health records (EHR), and insurance verification systems is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills help you effectively coordinate between patients, providers, and administrative staff. These abilities ensure efficient appointment management, patient satisfaction, and smooth clinic operations.
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Infographic showing various Medical Scheduling Coordinator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,730 per year, or $20.1 per hour.

SCHEDULING COORDINATOR

North East Medical Services

Daly City, CA โ€ข On-site

$42.79 - $48.75/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

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Scheduling Coordinator

Daly City, CA 94014

Overview

Salary Range $42.79 - $48.75 Hourly

Description

The Scheduling Coordinator is responsible for ensuring our providers have an up-to-date work schedule to ensure availability of appointments for our NEMS patients. They will be responsible for coordinating and scheduling appointments. This candidate will also provide administrative support to Clinic Operation and Call Center.

Essential Job Functions:

  • Maintains providers schedule i.e., on-call, vacations, meetings, etc.
  • Reviews coverage and ensures adequate patients access to care at NEMS by coordinating or alerting medical directors when access is inadequate
  • Responsible to open, close and release provider schedules based on providers' time off request and call outs
  • Retrieves time off request records from HR system
  • Retrieves the day-of time off requests and update provider schedules accordingly
  • Coordinates with clinic front desks and call center to re-direct patient appointments and rescheduling as appropriate
  • Supports development, revision, and maintenance of provider scheduling guidelines
  • Supports development or revision of front desk or call center scheduling workflows
  • Responsible to enter data accurately in EHR patient appointment module
  • Provides administrative support to clinic operation and call center
  • Reviews and ensures adherence to provider scheduling guidelines, identifies and reports anomalies
  • Follows policies and procedures to contribute to the efficiency of the department
  • Understand NEMS Employee Handbook for no shows, call offs, leaves of absences, etc.
  • Ability to analyze a situation, make decisions and think independently
  • Performs competency check on new front desk staff
  • Communicates and trains new front desk and call center agents on scheduling guidelines
  • Updates and trains all front desk and call centers on scheduling guidelines
  • Supports the maintenance of all clinic staff schedules
  • Performs other job duties as required by manager/supervisor
Qualifications
  • High school diploma or General Education diploma required
  • Three years of experience in a health care setting and scheduling experience preferred
  • Familiarity with medical scheduling in Epic is a must
  • Strong time management skills
  • Able to apply critical thinking skills
  • Able to provide excellent problem-solving skills, organizational skills and attention to detail is a must
  • Ability to keep sensitive information confidential
  • Outstanding communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Comfortable with interacting with mid- and senior management

Language:

  • Must be able to fluently speak, read and write English
  • Fluency in other languages are an asset

Status:

  • This is an FLSA Non-exempt position.
  • This is not an OSHA high-risk position.
  • This is a Full Time position.

NEMS is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer welcoming diversity in our workforce. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

NEMS BENEFITS: Competitive benefits, including free medical, dental and vision insurance for employee, spouse and/or children; and company contribution to 401(k).