Interventional Radiology Scheduler

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Facility: Bismarck Clinic
Location: Bismarck, ND
Address: 222 N 7th St, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $31.00 - $49.50


Department Details


Schedule procedures for Bismarck interventional radiology and cardiology departments. Work closely with providers, nurses, technologists, and ancillary staff for planning of procedures and follow up appointments.


Daily tasks include, but are not limited to: scheduling and coordinating procedures, scheduling clinic appointments, prior authorization, registration review, pre-procedure preparation with the patient, and assisting with patients in the clinical setting.


Please note: This is NOT a remote eligible position. Must be located in the Bismarck area to be eligible.


Job Summary


Serves as Sanford systems administrator for both in-house and outpatient scheduling which includes


responsibility for the maintenance, security, teaching and analytical recovery offered by the scheduling system. The Interventional Radiology (IR) Scheduler supports patient access for complex specialty services by combining advanced scheduling responsibilities with clinically informed decision-making. This role requires Radiology licensure to ensure appointments are scheduled safely, appropriately, and in alignment with clinical priorities.


Schedules patients in accordance with established clinical and operational policies, ensuring accurate, timely,


and clinically appropriate appointment placement. Reviews referral information, provider orders, diagnostic


results, and clinical documentation to confirm correct service, provider, and urgency level. Verifies


demographics, insurance, and authorization requirements to support compliant billing and continuity of care.


Coordinates provider schedules across multiple locations, managing daily changes such as urgent add-ons,


provider-directed cancellations, and rescheduling. Applies clinical judgment to balance access needs with patient


safety and clinical appropriateness, collaborating closely with nursing and provider teams.


Serves as a clinical liaison for patient inquiries related to symptoms, procedures, and scheduling concerns.


Utilizes medical terminology and clinical knowledge to identify red flags, route concerns through established


triage pathways, and ensure timely escalation to nursing or provider staff when indicated.


Supports clinically appropriate sequencing of care, including coordination of clinic visits, diagnostic testing, and


procedures based on clinical context and provider guidance. Monitors scheduling work queues to ensure referrals


and orders are complete, accurate, and clinically actionable.


Performs delegated clinical support activities within scope of licensure and demonstrated competency, which


may include pre-visit planning support, pending medication refills for provider review, maintaining clinical


supplies, and assisting with care coordination documentation. Contributes to the evaluation of the plan of care


by gathering, observing, recording and communicating patient responses to nursing interventions. Implements


interventions that are assigned, ordered or prescribed by licensed practitioners or registered nurses. Observes


patients, documents and reports on changes in patient conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or


treatment, and takes any necessary action.


Maintains compliance with regulatory, licensure, HIPAA, and organizational standards. Demonstrates


accountability for patient safety, confidentiality, accuracy, and high-quality service while working collaboratively


with PAS, nursing, and provider teams to support efficient and clinically sound access to care.


Qualifications


Satisfactory completion of formal radiologic technology training in an American Medical Association (AMA) approved school is required.


Minimum of one year experience as a staff radiologic technologist preferred.


Registration through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required.


Due to Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence (DICO) Accreditation, if working in North Dakota (ND) and performing medical imaging, interventional radiology, or radiation therapy procedures, licensure through the North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy (NDMIRT) Board is required.


Vascular Interventional Technology (VI) certification required at hire.


Basic Life Support (BLS) required within six weeks of employment and re-certification as necessary required.


Benefits


Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit .


Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1- or send an email to .


Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.


Req Number: R-
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No