How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Summary
The scheduler position plays a vital role in managing patient flow and supporting dental students in delivering care. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work as part of a team are key to succeeding in this position. The commitment to maintaining confidentiality and understanding of healthcare operations will be an asset.
Mission Statement
MDentistry: advancing health through education, service, research and discovery.
MDentistry Core Values: Compassion, Leadership, Excellence, Responsibility, Trust, Creativity, and Inclusion.
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future. The University of Michigan is committed to foster learning, creativity and productivity, and to support the vigorous exchange of ideas and information, not only in the classroom but in the workplace by:
- Creating a work environment in which people treat each other with respect and dignity, regardless of roles, responsibilities or differences.
- Providing support, direction and resources enabling us to accomplish the responsibilities of our jobs and to reach the goals that are set for professional and personal growth.
Why Work at Michigan?
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
- Generous time off
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective date of hire
- A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
- Tuition Support Program
Responsibilities*
Schedulers Job Duties
Monitor clinical activity of assigned dental students
Answer, triage live calls. Return patient calls from voicemail as needed
Facilitate the scheduling or rescheduling of patient appointments with the aim of upholding a comprehensive and productive schedule.
Respond to emails and phone calls from staff, faculty, and students regarding patient scheduling.
Assist students with daily inquiries.
Greet patients chairside and schedule appointments.
Work with student providers to determine return dates for patient care.
Check out patients in axiUm chairside during the clinic session.
Financial Services Job Duties
Assist with cashiering responsibilities of accepting and posting patient payments
Daily cash reconciliation
Assist with financial questions
Support information desk with patient registration
Ensure accurate registration by verifying demographics and insurance information appropriately
Review cases prior to the day of appointment to ensure that the requested authorization has been received.
Review and correct student's patients accounts
Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications*
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Experience in a medical or dental healthcare environment.
- Experience in entering patient information in an electronic health information system.
- Demonstrate cashiering and reconciling daily receipts experience.
- Provide excellent customer service and be able to respond to patient concerns in a professional manner.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent punctuality and attendance record.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Excellent ability to multitask.
- CPR Certified
Desired Qualifications*
- Experience working with scheduling software.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google.
- Responds positively to change, showing a willingness to learn new ways to work.
Work Schedule
Work schedule will be 9 am-6pm Monday- Friday, alternating Thursday until 8pm
Work Locations
This position is onsite, located at the School of Dentistry at 1011 N University.
Additional Information
This is a one-year fixed-term position, which may be extended based on circumstances.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.