Oncology Scheduling Specialist

Oncology Scheduling SpecialistSkip to main content#Oncology Scheduling Specialist page is loaded## Oncology Scheduling SpecialistApplylocations: BUMG Health Center North (3838 N Campbell Ave, Bldg 2)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R4444286**Primary City/State:**Tucson, Arizona**Department Name:**C/P-NC Hemonc-Clinic**Work Shift:**Day**Job Category:**Administrative ServicesYou have a place in the health care industry. There’s more to health care than IV bags and trauma rooms. We support all staff members as they find the path that is right for them. If you’re looking to leverage your abilities – you belong at Banner Health. Apply today.Are you passionate about making a real difference in patients' lives? As a **Oncology Scheduler,** you'll be the vital connection between patients and the care they need, orchestrating seamless medical appointments that bring together providers, facilities, and essential resources. You'll build meaningful relationships through every interaction—whether by phone, email, or digital communication—ensuring patients feel heard, supported, and confident in their care journey. This role offers the perfect blend of problem-solving, coordination, and compassionate service, where your organizational skills directly impact patient outcomes. You'll navigate authorizations, referrals, and scheduling protocols with expertise while creating an empathetic, solution-focused experience for everyone you serve. If you're looking for a rewarding career where every call you answer and every appointment you schedule helps someone access the healthcare they deserve, this is your opportunity to shine!**Clinic:**Oncology Team**Location:**3838 N Campbell AveTucson AZ**Clinic Hours:**Monday through Friday8:30a - 5pUniversity Medical Center Tucson PBCs Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care professionals and conducting ground breaking research. Also located on the campus is Diamond Children's - recognized for its specialized pediatric services including neonatal and intensive care, emergency medicine and cancer therapies. Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is a Level 1 Trauma Center, meaning we care for the most critically injured patients. The hospital is consistently listed among the nation's top hospitals in the prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by U.S. News & World Report. The hospital's physicians are full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson. Our specialty services include comprehensive heart and cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ transplant program.POSITION SUMMARYThis position is responsible for scheduling across the campus for physicians, medical facilities, and specialized medical practices by coordinating all aspects of scheduling including, but not limited to, appointments for physicians across the campus, surgical procedures, diagnostic tests, pain management, and other specialized tests and treatment as directed by physicians to ensure an exceptional customer experience at each point of service. Using a broad understanding of customer engagement strategies, clinical procedures, and company facilities, this position provides accurate and timely information to create an integrated, multidisciplinary schedule and an experience that is easy, empathetic, and differentiated in the oncology marketplace.CORE FUNCTIONS1. Schedules medical appointments through coordination of patients, providers, facility resources, ancillary staff, records, referrals, authorizations, and payers. Receives and initiates calls to/from patients, providers, provider offices and facilities, while following all established scheduling procedures and protocols to ensure patients receive the care they need, when and where they need it.2. Receives physician’s orders and effectively schedules and reschedules appointments, tests, and/or procedures leveraging various electronic medical record/scheduling software systems according to protocols established by clinical staff and scheduling standards. Identifies alternative scheduled solutions in the event the patient’s preference is not available, while adhering to procedures and protocols and ensuring patient safety.3. Provides patients with information, pre and post-test instruction, provides location of appointment and directions. The position answers questions as necessary within guidelines and protocols. Refers questions to clinical staff as appropriate.4. Effectively communicates and builds impactful relationships through written, digital, and verbal channels with patients, facilities, providers, and clinical colleagues to ensure an easy, empathetic, solution-oriented patient experience, included but not limited to, phone, chat, email, electronic medical record messaging, and other digital channels. Anticipates patient and provider needs and responds accordingly.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.The position requires skills normally gained with two years of scheduling experience in a physician’s office or hospital. Medical terminology may be required for some assignments. Must possess excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.Must be proficient with commonly used office software and have the ability to use software typically used for medical practice management and scheduling.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge of ICD-9, CPT, and HCPCS coding is strongly preferred. Sound working knowledge of various types of insurance plans and/or worker’s compensation preferred. Bi-lingual in Spanish may be preferred for some assignments.Additional related education and/or experience preferred.**EEO Statement:**EEO/Disabled/VeteransOur organization supports a drug-free work environment.**Privacy Policy:**Privacy Policy### About UsBanner Health is one of the largest, nonprofit health care systems in the country and the leading nonprofit provider of hospital services in all the communities we serve. Throughout our network of hospitals, primary care health centers, research centers, labs, physician practices and more, our skilled and compassionate professionals use the latest technology to make health care easier, so life can be better. The many locations, career opportunities, and benefits offered at Banner Health help to make the Banner Journey unique and fulfilling for every employee. #J-18808-Ljbffr Banner Health