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Preference Card Analyst

Stow, OH · On-site

$30.37 - $47.20/hr

EPIC OPTIME). * New surgeon onboarding creation of new cards (creation of new cards; review supply and instrument requirements formulary and non-formulary). * Attends applicable Clinical Resource ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Optime position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Optime (typically a role referring to a hospital operations coordinator or scheduler), candidates need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience in medical office administration, often supported by relevant healthcare certifications. Familiarity with scheduling software, hospital information systems, and basic data entry tools is important for day-to-day responsibilities. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and time management abilities help team members adapt to dynamic healthcare environments. These skills ensure efficient patient flow and resource allocation, which are critical for maintaining high-quality hospital operations.

What does a typical workday look like for someone in the Optime role within a hospital or clinical setting?

A typical workday for an Optime professional often involves coordinating surgery or procedure schedules, communicating with medical staff to optimize caseloads, and managing booking updates in specialized hospital systems. You’ll work closely with surgeons, nurses, and administrative teams to ensure resources such as rooms, equipment, and staff are used efficiently and changes are communicated clearly. The ability to prioritize urgent requests and adapt to sudden schedule adjustments is essential. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams also offers valuable exposure to various operational areas, providing insights and opportunities for advancement within healthcare administration.

What is an Optime job?

An Optime job typically refers to a role that involves optimizing processes, systems, or operations within a company. Depending on the industry, this position may focus on efficiency improvements, scheduling, workflow optimization, or performance enhancements. Optime roles are often found in healthcare, technology, and logistics, where efficiency and resource management are crucial. Responsibilities may include analyzing data, coordinating schedules, and implementing solutions to improve productivity.

Infographic showing various Optime job openings in Ohio as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 60% In-person, and 40% Remote job distribution.
Scheduling Senior Coordinator

Scheduling Senior Coordinator

Ohio State University

Columbus, OH • On-site

Other

Posted 22 days ago


Job description

Scheduling Senior Coordinator

The Revenue Cycle for The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is responsible for providing excellent customer service while completing the following responsibilities accurately and efficiently; processing patient demographic and insurance information, scheduling appointments, procedures, surgeries, and admissions, and continuously supporting patient and payer billing tasks and cash collection responsibilities. Areas within the Revenue Cycle include pre-registration, registration, pre-certification, financial clearance and counseling, financial assistance, scheduling, billing, claims follow-up, customer service and cash collection. The primary responsibility of staff within the Revenue Cycle is to optimally perform duties that ensure the collection of net revenue for services rendered while providing top of class customer service.

Position Summary

The Scheduling Senior Coordinator is an advanced position within the Revenue Cycle that provides non-medical support to patients, clinical care team members and the organization. In addition to the standard duties required by a PAC I/PAC II, this multi-dimensional position demonstrates advanced expertise in product, process or a service line area where patient care coordination across multiple disciplines is practiced and knowledge and understanding of multiple software systems is required to coordinate such care. This position is responsible for providing consumers (referring providers, clinical staff, payers and patients) with accurate, up-to-date information regarding products, services and procedures (including but not limited to Surgery, Radiation Therapy, Interventional Radiology, Interventional Cardiology, Transplant Coordination, and Endoscopy).

They demonstrate an advanced ability to help patients understand complex medical information related to their healthcare journey within the organization. Position may include providing revenue cycle support for multiple new and return appointments and/or other appointments such as pre-surgical/procedural testing and consults, cardiac clearance, dental clearance, treatment planning, patient education, research appointments, etc. Position assures accurate appointments/surgeries/procedures are scheduled, accurate demographic and insurance information has been collected to support clinical and financial needs, and if needed, they are able to perform full registration duties in addition to scheduling and coordination activities. Precertification and financial counseling may also be carried out by this individual, therefore requiring basic knowledge of insurance and payer approval options and software.

They provide ongoing support and effective communication to physicians and other clinical team members, patients and patient support systems by coordinating their requests and organizing and communicating in such a way that is clear and concise for all.

They are expected to create a positive first impression and lead by example. The role includes advanced proficiency in multiple EMR platforms and includes but is not limited to scheduling, imaging and registration systems (Cadence, Optime, and Aria when applicable), ABN, eligibility, document management software, medical imaging software (Ambra), IHIS communication tools (encounters, inbaskets, secure chat), IHIS work queues, and payor platforms etc. The Senior PAC may also support PAC Lead and Access Management by assisting with training and support for all new staff and student interns when necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

For Hire: High School diploma or GED. Certification or vocational training may be required. 2 years of relevant experience required.

Preferred: Associate's Degree and at least 4-6 years of experience in a healthcare setting, existing revenue cycle department or customer service role. Experience with Cadence, Optime Aria, Ambra, and medical terminology preferred. Demonstrates ability to work in multiple systems for assigned tasks, management and reporting.

Career Roadmap

FUNCTION: Finance

SUB-FUNCTION: Revenue Cycle - Scheduling

CAREER BAND: Individual Contributor - Technical

CAREER LEVEL: T3

Location:

James Cancer Hospital (0375)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.