Scheduler - OC

City of Hope

Irvine, CA

Job posting number: #7182261 (Ref:10023171)

Posted: September 26, 2023

Salary / Pay Rate: $22.79 - $31.91 / hour

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description

About City of Hope

City of Hope's mission is to deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today. Founded in 1913,City of Hopehas grown into one of the largest cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S. and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis fornumerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center at its core, City of Hope brings a uniquely integrated model to patients spanning cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and innovation initiatives. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, andtreatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. City of Hope’s affiliated group of organizations includesTranslational Genomics Research InstituteandAccessHopeTM. For more information about City of Hope, follow us onFacebook,Twitter,YouTube,InstagramandLinkedIn.

City of Hope’s commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We believe diversity, equity and inclusion is key in serving our mission to provide compassionate patient care, drive innovative discovery, and advance vital education focused on eliminating cancer and diabetes in all of our communities. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ensures we bring the full range of skills, perspectives, cultural backgrounds and experiences to our work -- and that our teams align with the people we serve in order to build trust and understanding. We are dedicated to fostering a community that embraces diversity - in ideas, backgrounds and perspectives; this is reflected in our work and represented in our people.

Position Summary

Responsible for the scheduling of patients for Radiation Oncology department appointments, including existing patient scheduling, coordination of multidisciplinary appointments with other cancer center departments, and cancellations. Schedules follow up appointment and checks in patients using both EPIC and ARIA electronic medical systems. Answers phone calls and triages calls to the appropriate department specific location or person. Creates patient welcome packets and is responsible for stocking the work area for supplies. Responsible for maintaining and updating quality assurance logs, patient logs, and ARIA tasks and Encounters. Responsible for managing patient wristbands, labels, and scheduling next visit appointments for the CT Simulation visit. Greets patients with a warm welcome and establishes the City of Hope Patient experience.

Key Responsibilities include:

  • Schedules patient for Radiation Oncology department appointments, including existing patient scheduling, coordination of multidisciplinary appointments with other cancer center departments, and cancellations.
  • Schedules follow up appointment and checks in patients using both EPIC and ARIA electronic medical systems.
  • Answers phone calls and triages calls to the appropriate department specific location or person.
  • Receives and manages phone calls from patients and departments regarding patient appointments.
  • Responsible for maintaining and updating quality assurance logs, patient logs, and ARIA tasks and Encounters.
  • Reviews and updates future appointments as directed by therapists and or director.
  • Checks in patients when they arrive for scheduled appointment and alerts clinical staff of patient arrival. Provides patients with wrist bands for identification.
  • Contacts patients as directed who fail to show for scheduled appointments. Re-schedule appointment as directed and indicate reason for cancellation.
  • Creates patient welcome packets and is responsible for stocking the work area for supplies.
  • Responsible for managing patient wristbands, labels, and scheduling next visit appointments for the CT Simulation visit.
  • Greets patients with a warm welcome and establishes the City of Hope Patient experience.
  • Follows established City of Hope and department policies, procedures, objectives, performance improvement, attendance, safety, environmental, and infection control guidelines, including adherence to the workplace Code of Conduct and Compliance Plan. Practices a high level of integrity and honesty in maintaining confidentiality.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Basic education, experience and skills required for consideration:

  • High School or equivalent
  • Two years related experience in health care setting

Preferred education experience and skills:

  • Two years of experience with patient scheduling or unit clerk experience.

Additional Information:

  • As a condition of employment, City of Hope requires staff to comply with all state and federal vaccination mandates.
  • The estimated pay scale represents the typical [salary/hourly] range City of Hope reasonably expects to pay for this position, with offers determined based on several factors which may include, but not be limited to, the candidate’s experience, expertise, skills, education, job scope, training, internal equity, geography/market, etc. This pay scale is subject to change from time to time.

City of Hope is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Salary / Pay Rate Information:
Pay Rate: $22.79 - $31.91 / hour

The estimated pay scale represents the typical [salary/hourly] range City of Hope reasonably expects to pay for this position, with offers determined based on several factors which may include, but not be limited to, the candidate’s experience, expertise, skills, education, job scope, training, internal equity, geography/market, etc. This pay scale is subject to change from time to time.



City of Hope is a community of people characterized by our diversity of thought, background and approach, but tied together by our commitment to care for and cure those with cancer and other life-threatening diseases. The innovation that our diversity produces in the areas of research, treatment, philanthropy and education has made us national leaders in this fight. Our unique and diverse workforce provides us the ability to understand our patients' needs, deliver compassionate care and continue the quest for a cure for life-threatening diseases. At City of Hope, diversity and inclusion is a core value at the heart of our mission. We strive to create an inclusive workplace environment that engages all of our employees and provides them with opportunities to develop and grow, both personally and professionally. Each day brings an opportunity to strengthen our work, leverage our different perspectives and improve our patients’ experiences by learning from others. Diversity and inclusion is about much more than policies and campaigns. It is an integral part of who we are as an institution, how we operate and how we see our future.


Apply Now

Please mention to the employer that you saw this ad on BiomedJobs.com

More Info

Job posting number:#7182261 (Ref:10023171)
Application Deadline:Open Until Filled
Employer Location:City of Hope
Duarte,California
United States
More jobs from this employer
Institution Website