Job Description

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Closing Date:

10/15/2026

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Nursing

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks ( available for benefits eligible positions only ):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

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For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

Department:

ICE | CORE PA ABC Endoscopy & Imaging

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Scheduling Coordinator supports all department/clinic staff and providers who use the schedule for Perioperative Care Services procedural areas. Ensures the procedural schedules are managed according to policies and procedures in a manner that yields maximum utilization and accuracy. Perioperative Care Services Procedural Schedulers have an in-depth understanding of the operational areas in order to effectively meet the patient and provider needs. Highly focused on customer service and achievement of perioperative utilization metrics.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school graduate, GED, or formal education equivalent plus (7) seven years of training and/or experience in business office administration, customer service, or related work of which three years’ experience is in patient registration, scheduling, or billing in a healthcare environment OR Bachelor's degree plus three years’ experience in patient registration, scheduling, or billing in a healthcare environment.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Manages case requests, ensuring accuracy and completion of all required preauthorizations and clinical screenings before placing on the schedule.
• Schedulers monitor requested times for alignment with case time averaging and scheduling policies/procedures.
• Collaborates with procedural area leadership to determine appropriate placement and alignment with staffing and targeted rooms in operation at specified times.
• Schedulers are integral players in ensuring all capacity, access, and utilization targets are met, resulting in achievement of budgetary/revenue expectations.
• Schedulers will be assigned primary specialties and services they support, while remaining able to meet needs for any service/specialty/department. High level of skill and understanding of Epic Optime required.
• Acts as the point of contact for procedural scheduling for all UAMS departments/clinics staff and providers.
• Must interact in a professional and friendly manner, exhibiting stellar communication and problem-solving skills.
• Focused on the end result of meeting the needs of patients in an efficient and effective manner while ensuring the schedule is appropriately managed.
• Communicates accurate and complete information; maintains strict confidentiality when necessary. Demonstrates positive working relationships with co-workers, management team, and ancillary departments;
• Follows the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and the Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines.
• Assists internal and external stakeholders as needed with exceptional customer service.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

$18.99 - hr

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:

Feeling, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Grasping, Reaching, Standing, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Crouching, Kneeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Stooping

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Visa sponsorship, Shift work, Day shift

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