What are the responsibilities and job description for the PROGRAM COORDINATOR/SCHEDULER position at University of Washington (UW) Medicine?
Req #: 244137 Department: UW MEDICAL CENTER MONTLAKE SURGERY CLINIC Job Location: UW Medical Center - Montlake Posting Date: 03/11/2025 Closing Info: Closes On 03/21/2025 Salary: $3,861 - $5,521 per month Other Compensation: Union Position: Yes Shift: First Shift Benefits: As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here.
UW Medical Center - Surgical Services has an outstanding opportunity for a PROGRAM COORDINATOR/SCHEDULER. .
WORK SCHEDULE
Full-time, 100% FTE (40 hours per week)
Day Shift
8am-430pm
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
Conveniently located near public transportation
Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve
Opportunity to provide career growth
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The Liver Tumor Clinic at the UW Medical Center - Montlake is the Pacific Northwest’s longest operating multidisciplinary clinic dedicated to the treatment of liver cancers and benign tumors, seeing more than 500 patients annually for consultation in one half-day appointment.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Review and prioritize incoming referrals from multiple sources using their knowledge of each physician’s specialized skill set
Triage incoming referrals to assure the appropriate specialist will be reviewing referrals
Handle intake of each referral requests, ensuring complete information is received and entered into the electronic medical record system in a timely manner
Schedule initial patient appointments either in person or via Telemedicine based on provider and patient preference
Coordinates appointments for the patient at the appropriate facility and assists with urgent insurance authorization or financial assistance
Manage and resolve a high volume of phone inquiries and messages
Review appointment follow-up requirements and expectations with patients. Educate them to ensure adequate understanding of the purpose of each appointment and follow-up recommendations
Offer financial assistance to self-pay and underinsured patients. Provide them with the necessary steps to apply for financial counseling
Serve as a primary program contact to other departments, patients, providers outside facilities
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of experience in the program specialty
Three years of Patient Support Service experience
OR
An equivalent combination of education/experience
ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE
UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit’s light rail station across the street.
Excellence. Exploration. Education. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Find your place at Washington’s only integrated health system devoted to improving the health of all people. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Find your place at Washington’s only integrated health system devoted to improving the health of all people. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
UW Medical Center - Surgical Services has an outstanding opportunity for a PROGRAM COORDINATOR/SCHEDULER. .
WORK SCHEDULE
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The Liver Tumor Clinic at the UW Medical Center - Montlake is the Pacific Northwest’s longest operating multidisciplinary clinic dedicated to the treatment of liver cancers and benign tumors, seeing more than 500 patients annually for consultation in one half-day appointment.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
OR
ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE
UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit’s light rail station across the street.
Excellence. Exploration. Education. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Find your place at Washington’s only integrated health system devoted to improving the health of all people. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Find your place at Washington’s only integrated health system devoted to improving the health of all people. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
Salary : $3,861 - $5,521
