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Healthcare Scheduler
Job Description
This is a great temp-to-hire opportunity with our largest Healthcare client in Maine, centrally located in downtown Portland with parking provided by the employer, with openings in Portland, South Portland and Scarborough areas!
Responsibilities:
- Schedule surgeries and procedures for patients, ensuring all necessary information and documentation is obtained
- Coordinate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to schedule surgeries and ensure proper preparation
- Communicate with patients to provide pre-operative instructions and answer any questions or concerns
- Manage patient records and update electronic medical records (EMR) system with accurate scheduling information
- Collaborate with insurance companies to verify coverage and obtain necessary authorizations for procedures
- Coordinate with other departments within the medical facility to ensure smooth patient flow and efficient scheduling
Skills:
- Customer Service experience in a Medical Office setting
- Proficiency in medical scheduling software, such as Epic or Dentrix
- Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures, particularly in surgical specialties
- Organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, physicians, and staff members
- Ability to handle a high volume of calls and inquiries in a professional manner
- Experience providing administrative support in a healthcare setting
~This is a very computer and phone oriented job, rather than face to face with customers, so computer and phone scheduling/communication skills are highly preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Portland, ME 04122
Work Location: In person
Meet Your Recruiter
Paul Farrell
Paul transitioned into recruiting in 2021 and quickly discovered it was where he was meant to be. His recruiting method: actually showing up, meeting your team in person, and truly understanding company culture before making recommendations. His background in HR revealed his natural ability to assess both technical skills and cultural fit, making him uniquely effective at solving challenging staffing needs for Maine companies. Paul challenges the misconception that agencies are merely temporary staffing services by focusing on strategic, career-level hires that drive real business results in today's competitive talent market. He sets himself apart through his refreshingly thorough, face-to-face approach—visiting workplaces, understanding team dynamics, and learning what success looks like in each environment before presenting candidates.
His recruiting strength lies in seeing staffing challenges from a hiring manager's perspective, recognizing that every open position impacts productivity. Paul's on-site visits and ability to discern company culture mean better candidate fits and significantly reduced turnover, while his patient approach ensures you only interview pre-qualified candidates who are genuinely excited about your opportunity. Currently specializing in healthcare recruitment with expanding expertise across multiple sectors, he's most excited solving staffing challenges that seem impossible. When he's not connecting clients with exceptional talent, you'll find Paul cheering on local sports teams or exploring Maine's hiking trails with the same team spirit and determination that fuel his commitment to your hiring success.
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