New

Medical Scheduler

TEKsystems
$15.00 - $21.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Maryland, Columbia
Jul 22, 2026
Medical Scheduler Location: Columbia, MD Schedule: Monday-Friday \| 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Pay Rate: $15.00-$21.00/hour (based on experience) Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire (4 Months) Work Environment: Onsite Medical Office About the Opportunity We are seeking a customer-focused and detail-oriented Medical Scheduler to support a busy healthcare call center and medical practice environment. This role is ideal for individuals with prior healthcare, medical scheduling, patient services, medical receptionist, pharmacy technician, or healthcare customer service experience. As a Medical Scheduler, you will serve as one of the primary points of contact for patients, helping coordinate appointments, answer questions, process requests, and ensure patients receive the support they need. This is a fast-paced position that requires excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to multitask efficiently. Key Responsibilities Patient Scheduling & Coordination * Schedule, reschedule, and cancel patient appointments * Coordinate provider schedules and appointment availability * Manage referrals and appointment requests * Assist patients with navigating healthcare services Patient Support & Customer Service * Handle approximately 60-100 inbound calls per day * Respond to patient questions and concerns professionally * Route patient requests to the appropriate provider or department * Support prescription refill requests and referral inquiries * Maintain a positive patient experience during every interaction Registration & Insurance Support * Assist with patient registration and demographic updates * Verify patient information and insurance details * Support billing and insurance-related inquiries * Assist with account management and payment-related questions Administrative Responsibilities * Maintain accurate patient records within the EMR system * Document interactions and requests appropriately * Ensure compliance with HIPAA and patient confidentiality requirements * Support office staff with administrative duties as needed Required Qualifications * Minimum 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting * Previous appointment scheduling experience * Strong customer service and communication skills * Comfortable handling a high volume of phone calls * Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment * Strong computer skills and typing proficiency * High school diploma or GED Preferred Qualifications * EPIC experience * EMR/EHR experience * Medical terminology knowledge * Medical call center experience * Patient registration experience * Insurance verification experience * Pharmacy technician experience Ideal Backgrounds Candidates with experience in the following roles are encouraged to apply: * Medical Scheduler * Patient Service Representative * Medical Receptionist * Healthcare Call Center Representative * Patient Access Representative * Medical Front Desk Coordinator * Referral Coordinator * Pharmacy Technician * Medical Administrative Assistant What Success Looks Like The ideal candidate will: Provide exceptional customer service Accurately schedule and manage appointments Navigate multiple systems efficiently Maintain strong attendance and reliability Communicate professionally with patients and providers Work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment Protect confidential patient information Why This Opportunity? * Contract-to-hire opportunity with long-term growth potential * Monday-Friday schedule (no overnight shifts) * Collaborative and team-oriented healthcare environment * Opportunity to develop healthcare administrative and patient access experience * Work with a large, established physician practice serving the local community This role is an excellent fit for someone who enjoys helping patients, thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment, and is looking to build a long-term career in medical administration, scheduling, or patient services. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbia, MD. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $15.00 - $21.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Columbia,MD. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jul 30, 2026. About TEKsystems We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.