Scheduling Associate

Description

Organization Overview

Forté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics is consistently recognized as a leader in the field of sports medicine and orthopedics within the Midwest. Forté has been providing exceptional care to athletes and active people of all ages for over 40 years and pride ourselves in how we deliver that care.

We are a destination employment location for dedicated health care workers who are looking to advance their careers in their chosen profession. If you are seeking a setting that not only allows, but fosters professional growth and development while working with a team of outstanding, committed and like-minded leaders in this niche’ of health care, then you should consider Forté Sports Medicine - “The best place to get care AND the best place to give care!” 

Position Summary 

Forté Sports Medicine is seeking a full-time, customer-focused, and dependable Orthopedic Scheduling Associate to join our busy team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing exceptional patient care while ensuring a seamless scheduling experience. If you're organized, reliable, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love for you to be part of our team dedicated to delivering top-tier orthopedic services.

In this critical role, you’ll serve as the first point of contact for patients, expertly triaging potential injuries and coordinating appointments with our orthopedic providers across multiple clinic locations. Your attention to detail and strong communication skills will be essential in creating an efficient, positive experience for both patients and our healthcare teams.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. 

• Answer and screen phone calls, taking detailed messages and providing clear, accurate information both verbally and in writing
• Gather comprehensive information to assess a patient's condition in detail, effectively triaging injuries and/or illnesses to determine the most appropriate course of care for each patient
• Accurately schedule patient appointments via Electronic Practice Management system for applicable subspecialty physicians located at various locations
• Communicate all appointment scheduling changes with patients in a timely manner
• Maintain accurate physician schedules by collaborating with clinical teams and leadership to implement appropriate and timely schedule changes
• Fully understand and adhere to each physician’s preferred scheduling protocol and processes
• Assist in the coordination of medical records as needed for patient visits
   

Required Education and Experience

• Degree in healthcare related field or Athletic Training Certification preferred
• At least three (3) years of work experience in a healthcare setting with knowledge of orthopedic medical terminology
• Must consistently demonstrate outstanding customer service, be detail oriented, and highly organized
• Available to work Monday through Friday, between 8:00a - 5:00p.     
• Remote / Hybrid position, local to Carmel or Greenwood, Indiana - training done in person

Forte Sports Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

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