Medical Scheduler - Pediatric Eye Care

Children's Eye Center Of El Paso
  • El Paso, Texas
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Medical Scheduler – Pediatric Eye Care

    Job Summary

    We are seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Medical Scheduler – Pediatric Eye Care to join our specialty ophthalmology practice. This role is responsible for coordinating patient appointments, assisting families, managing referrals, and supporting smooth clinic operations in a fast-paced pediatric healthcare environment.

    The ideal candidate enjoys working with children and families, has strong communication skills, and takes pride in providing an excellent patient experience.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Schedule, reschedule, and confirm pediatric ophthalmology appointments for new and returning patients
    • Coordinate referrals from pediatricians, optometrists, and other healthcare providers
    • Verify patient demographics, insurance information, and referral requirements
    • Communicate appointment instructions clearly to parents and guardians, including arrival times, dilation expectations, and visit duration
    • Manage high-volume incoming calls while providing professional and compassionate service
    • Enter accurate scheduling notes and patient information into the electronic health record (EHR)
    • Manage cancellations, waitlists, and urgent appointment requests
    • Collaborate with clinical staff to support efficient patient flow

    Qualifications

    • High school diploma or equivalent required
    • Previous medical scheduling, medical front desk, ophthalmology, optometry, or specialty healthcare experience required
    • Pediatric healthcare experience strongly preferred
    • Familiarity with ophthalmology terminology (strabismus, amblyopia, refractions, etc.) is a plus
    • Strong customer service and communication skills
    • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and remain calm in a fast-paced environment
    • Comfortable using EHR systems and computer-based scheduling tools
    • Bilingual English/Spanish required

    Skills & Attributes

    • Warm, professional, and empathetic approach with children and families
    • Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills
    • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
    • Organized with excellent follow-through
    • Team-oriented and dependable
    • Able to explain scheduling information clearly and reassuringly

    Benefits

    • Competitive pay
    • Medical benefits
    • Paid time off and holidays
    • Ophthalmology and specialty healthcare training opportunities
    • Opportunity for growth within a growing pediatric healthcare organization

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationEl Paso, Texas

    Skills

    • Amblyopiaunmatched
    • Call Volumeunmatched
    • Clinical Supportunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • English Languageunmatched
    • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
    • Follow Throughunmatched
    • Healthcareunmatched
    • Healthcare Providersunmatched
    • High School Diplomaunmatched
    • Medical Record Systemunmatched
    • Medical Recordsunmatched
    • Multilingualunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Operational Supportunmatched
    • Ophthalmologyunmatched
    • Optometryunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Pediatricsunmatched
    • Plan Meetingsunmatched
    • Schedule Developmentunmatched
    • Spanish Languageunmatched
    • Strabismusunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched

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