> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1796837-contact-center-scheduler-on-site](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1796837-contact-center-scheduler-on-site). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Contact Center Scheduler- ON SITE - **Company:** Carilion Clinic - **Location:** Roanoke, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $36,171.0 - $50,648.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Epic Mychart, Electronic Medical Records - **Published:** July 15, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17597862?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17597862%2FContact-Center-Scheduler-On-Site-Virginia-Roanoke ## About the Role Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelors degree preferred. Bachelors degree accepted in lieu of minimum experience. Experience: Five years customer service experience in an environment that requiring multi-tasking such as a call center, physicians office, hospitality or retail/service industry or a bachelors degree. Call center experience preferred. Other Minimum Qualifications: A demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment, manage difficult and emotional situations, remain calm under stress, display empathy and maintain positive communication is required. Must have strong keyboarding and computer skills. ## Description The Call Center Scheduling Specialist is one of the first points of contact for patients requesting appointments with our providers or information about our practices. Working in a call center environment, the Call Center Scheduling Specialist is responsible for managing incoming referrals and scheduling appointments for a clinical department. Clinical departments are complex multi-specialty, multi-location medical practices serving a broad geographic area. In addition, the Call Center Specialist must also have achieved mastery in scheduling and is a subject matter expert in complex appointment scheduling functions., The Call Center Scheduling Specialist is one of the first points of contact for patients requesting appointments with our providers or information about our practices. Working in a call center environment, the Call Center Scheduling Specialist is responsible for managing incoming referrals and scheduling appointments for a clinical department. Clinical departments are complex multi-specialty, multi-location medical practices serving a broad geographic area. In addition, the Call Center Specialist must also have achieved mastery in scheduling and is a subject matter expert in complex appointment scheduling functions. * Navigates multiple systems simultaneously in order to effectively schedule appointments, tests, and/or procedures according to protocols established by clinical staff and scheduling standards. Ensures patients are aware of their scheduling options and are consistently offered the first available appointment. * * Proficient in all aspects of scheduling including making, canceling and rescheduling appointments based on the scheduling guidelines. Demonstrates the ability to leverage waitlists, works recalls, and processes clinic-initiated reschedules. * * Engages patients in the scheduling process, collecting and entering relevant demographic and medical information into the electronic health record. Supports the pre-registration process by validating guarantor accounts and verifying existing insurance coverage. * * Creates new referrals and manages existing referrals in the referral work queue. Accurately updates the referral shell within the prescribed timeframes in accordance with the organizations referral guidelines. * * Demonstrates proficiency and skill in responding to multi-channel communications. Maintains acceptable call metrics including average speed of answer, average handle time, AUX ratio, and average scheduling attempts per worked hour * * Coordinates with the clinic care team. Routes referrals/calls requiring triage or an order to the physician, Advice Line Nurse, or care team as appropriate. * * Effectively communicates through written, digital and verbal channels with patients, facilities, providers and other colleagues to ensure an easy, empathetic, solution-orientated patient experience. Builds impactful relationships through a variety of communication mediums including phone, chat, email, MyChart, and EPIC in-basket messaging. Anticipates patient and provider needs and responds accordingly. ## Related Articles - [Quick guide: How to write a Software Developer CV](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/37-quick-guide-how-to-write-a-software-developer-cv) - [How should you format your IT resume?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/68-how-should-you-format-your-it-resume) - [What Should be Included in Your Programming Resume to Highlight Your Skills](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/142-what-should-be-included-in-your-programming-resume-to-highlight-your-skills) - [Best Paying Remote Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/255-best-paying-remote-jobs) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Average Salary in Vienna](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/284-average-salary-in-vienna)