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INTRODUCTION
At Houston Methodist, the Scheduler position is responsible for providing consumers access to care and treatment through appointment-based availability of healthcare services at a designated facility. This position ensures quality patient surgical and/or ancillary services scheduling by acting as a liaison between patient, facility, and providers to ensure exams, tests, and procedures are scheduled timely, accurately, and appropriately. The Scheduler may also pre-register patients timely in the electronic health record (EHR) so pre-certification, authorization, and verification of insurance benefits can be obtained in a timely manner.
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
Experience
Two years of experience in a medical setting or call center environment
Medical scheduling experience preferred
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
Ability to multi-task and flexibility to meet the needs of patients, physicians, and department
Knowledge of basic registration/access functions and insurance procedures
Ability to problem solve
Basic understanding of medical terminology and diagnosis/procedural codes
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations with patience and understanding
Excellent customer service and professional communication skills
Proficient computer skills and ability to learn and navigate multiple software programs
Ability to handle detail work accurately and rapidly
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal departmental and organizational results.
Serves as a liaison between patient, facility, and physicians to ensure exams, tests, and procedures are scheduled timely, accurately, and appropriately. Communicates special requests and add-ons with appropriate department team as needed.
Communicates with departments throughout the facility when barriers to the current schedule present.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Schedules patients for services accurately on the appropriate schedule. Synchronizes the appointment calendars in order to effectively schedule patients according to physician/department availability and urgency of patient service requirements as needed. May also provide pre-registration services.
Obtains valid and compliant orders and schedules patients based on the physician order and according to department criteria. Enters all diagnostic services, surgical services and special procedures on the schedule as applicable.
Confirms patients’ appointments, instructs on location and directions to facility/department, relays pre-appointment preparations, and arranges for patients to have interpreter, mobility, or other assistance as needed for the visit.
Establishes/updates the hospital account record to include detailed patient demographic and insurance information in EHR system, selecting insurance plans and payers, and medical necessity determination.
Responds promptly to requests by staff, patients, and physicians; reschedules and/or cancels appointments as needed. Assists with resolving EHR work queues that support scheduling.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Communicates to resolve patient access and quality service matters. Keeps open channels of communication with physician, patient, and service areas regarding action taken and outcome.
Schedules patient appointments utilizing standard operating procedures and enters data into EHR system with a high level of thoroughness, accuracy and timeliness.
Meets scheduling goals set by the department (e.g., abandonment rate, productivity/activities per hour, etc.).
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Gathers demographic and insurance information so that the patient’s insurance may be verified, authorization obtained, and patient’s portion determined prior to the patient’s date of service.
Organizes time effectively, minimizing incidental overtime, and sets priorities. Utilizes time between heavy workloads efficiently and helps other team members.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development. Generates and communicates new ideas and suggestions that will improve quality or service.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
+ Uniform: No
+ Scrubs: No
+ Business professional: Yes
+ Other (department approved): Yes
ON-CALL
* Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
+ On Call: No
TRAVEL
Travel specifications may vary by department
+ May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: No
+ May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: No
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is committed to leading medicine by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of unparalleled quality, safety, service and innovation to patients in Fort Bend County and surrounding areas. Houston Methodist Sugar Land offers access to the most innovative care available, including comprehensive cancer care; neuroscience and spine care; orthopedics and sports medicine; heart and vascular care; women’s services; childbirth center with level III NICU; bariatric and digestive care; and advanced imaging — all backed by our focus on healing people today and offering hope for tomorrow.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
INTRODUCTION
At Houston Methodist, the Scheduler position is responsible for providing consumers access to care and treatment through appointment-based availability of healthcare services at a designated facility. This position ensures quality patient surgical and/or ancillary services scheduling by acting as a liaison between patient, facility, and providers to ensure exams, tests, and procedures are scheduled timely, accurately, and appropriately. The Scheduler may also pre-register patients timely in the electronic health record (EHR) so pre-certification, authorization, and verification of insurance benefits can be obtained in a timely manner.
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
Experience
Two years of experience in a medical setting or call center environment
Medical scheduling experience preferred
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
Ability to multi-task and flexibility to meet the needs of patients, physicians, and department
Knowledge of basic registration/access functions and insurance procedures
Ability to problem solve
Basic understanding of medical terminology and diagnosis/procedural codes
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations with patience and understanding
Excellent customer service and professional communication skills
Proficient computer skills and ability to learn and navigate multiple software programs
Ability to handle detail work accurately and rapidly
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal departmental and organizational results.
Serves as a liaison between patient, facility, and physicians to ensure exams, tests, and procedures are scheduled timely, accurately, and appropriately. Communicates special requests and add-ons with appropriate department team as needed.
Communicates with departments throughout the facility when barriers to the current schedule present.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Schedules patients for services accurately on the appropriate schedule. Synchronizes the appointment calendars in order to effectively schedule patients according to physician/department availability and urgency of patient service requirements as needed. May also provide pre-registration services.
Obtains valid and compliant orders and schedules patients based on the physician order and according to department criteria. Enters all diagnostic services, surgical services and special procedures on the schedule as applicable.
Confirms patients’ appointments, instructs on location and directions to facility/department, relays pre-appointment preparations, and arranges for patients to have interpreter, mobility, or other assistance as needed for the visit.
Establishes/updates the hospital account record to include detailed patient demographic and insurance information in EHR system, selecting insurance plans and payers, and medical necessity determination.
Responds promptly to requests by staff, patients, and physicians; reschedules and/or cancels appointments as needed. Assists with resolving EHR work queues that support scheduling.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Communicates to resolve patient access and quality service matters. Keeps open channels of communication with physician, patient, and service areas regarding action taken and outcome.
Schedules patient appointments utilizing standard operating procedures and enters data into EHR system with a high level of thoroughness, accuracy and timeliness.
Meets scheduling goals set by the department (e.g., abandonment rate, productivity/activities per hour, etc.).
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Gathers demographic and insurance information so that the patient’s insurance may be verified, authorization obtained, and patient’s portion determined prior to the patient’s date of service.
Organizes time effectively, minimizing incidental overtime, and sets priorities. Utilizes time between heavy workloads efficiently and helps other team members.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development. Generates and communicates new ideas and suggestions that will improve quality or service.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
+ Uniform: No
+ Scrubs: No
+ Business professional: Yes
+ Other (department approved): Yes
ON-CALL
* Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
+ On Call: No
TRAVEL
Travel specifications may vary by department
+ May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: No
+ May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: No
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is committed to leading medicine by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of unparalleled quality, safety, service and innovation to patients in Fort Bend County and surrounding areas. Houston Methodist Sugar Land offers access to the most innovative care available, including comprehensive cancer care; neuroscience and spine care; orthopedics and sports medicine; heart and vascular care; women’s services; childbirth center with level III NICU; bariatric and digestive care; and advanced imaging — all backed by our focus on healing people today and offering hope for tomorrow.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Turner & Townsend Pty Limited70
- NYU Langone Health35
- BAYADA Home Health Care17
- Turner & Townsend17
- K&A Engineering12
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services242
- Consulting & Professional Services212
- Construction & Real Estate138
- Education68
- Manufacturing63
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in scheduler jobs.
- Proficiency in scheduling software such as Epic, Microsoft Project, or industry-specific dispatch platforms
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
- Clear written and verbal communication skills for coordinating across teams and external contacts
- At least one to two years of scheduling, coordination, or administrative experience in a relevant industry
- High school diploma or associate degree, with a bachelor's degree preferred for senior roles
- Familiarity with calendar management tools, ERP systems, or workforce management platforms
Tips for Your Scheduler Job Search
Tailor your resume to scheduling software
Hiring managers scan for specific tools before reading anything else. List every platform you've used, whether that's Epic, Microsoft Project, or Salesforce-based scheduling modules, and note the context, such as volume managed or team size supported.
Quantify your coordination workload
Generic scheduling experience blends together on a resume. Replace vague phrases with concrete output: how many appointments, crews, or shipments you managed daily, and what happened to error rates or on-time metrics when you took over.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists scheduler openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by industry before you apply
Scheduling workflows differ significantly between a hospital, a construction site, and a freight operation. Applying to roles in your specific industry signals relevant context and means you won't have to explain terminology gaps during the interview.
Prepare scenario answers around conflict resolution
Almost every scheduler interview includes a question about handling double-bookings, last-minute cancellations, or resource conflicts. Have two or three real examples ready that show your decision-making process, not just the outcome.
Negotiate based on scheduling complexity, not just title
A scheduler managing 40 field technicians across multiple time zones carries more complexity than one coordinating a single office. Frame your negotiation around scope, the number of variables you manage, and any cross-department coordination you own.
Scheduler Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most schedulers?
The companies hiring the most schedulers right now include Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, NYU Langone Health, and BAYADA Home Health Care, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Healthcare systems and large construction and logistics firms tend to post the most consistent volume year-round.
How many scheduler jobs are remote?
About 9% of scheduler openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with the highest share concentrated in patient access and insurance-related scheduling roles. Field-dependent positions such as construction and dispatch scheduling remain predominantly on-site because they require real-time coordination with crews or facilities.
How do you become a scheduler?
Start with a role in coordination, administrative support, or customer service to build familiarity with calendar management and multi-party communication. Learn at least one industry-standard scheduling platform used in the field you want to enter. From there, apply to junior scheduler or scheduling coordinator roles, which typically serve as the entry point before advancing to senior or lead positions.
Can you get hired as a scheduler with little experience?
Yes, many scheduler roles are open to candidates without direct scheduling experience if you can demonstrate strong organizational skills and comfort with scheduling tools. Roles in medical offices, staffing agencies, and logistics support teams are common starting points. Highlighting any experience managing calendars, coordinating events, or handling high-volume communication can substitute for a formal scheduling background.
What does the scheduler interview process look like?
Most scheduler interviews include an initial phone screen focused on your experience with scheduling tools and high-volume coordination, followed by one or two rounds with a hiring manager or operations lead. Expect scenario-based questions about handling conflicts, last-minute changes, and competing priorities. Some employers add a short practical exercise, such as building a sample schedule or working through a conflict scenario.
Where can I find and apply to scheduler jobs?
You can find and apply to scheduler jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your industry and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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