# Medical Scheduler jobs and career guide

Category: Front Office & Administration
Page: https://medroles.com/roles/medical-scheduler/
Also called: Patient Scheduler, Scheduling Coordinator, Referral Coordinator, Appointment Coordinator

Medical schedulers book patient appointments, procedures and referrals, balancing provider calendars so the practice runs full without long waits.

## Typical US pay
$33k–$46k per year (approximate, entry level to experienced).

## What they do
- Schedule appointments, procedures and follow-ups by phone and online
- Manage provider calendars, cancellations and waitlists
- Process referrals and prior authorization requests
- Send reminders and confirm appointments

## Key skills
- Scheduling software
- Phone etiquette
- Referrals
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving

## Training
A high school diploma or GED. Call center or front office experience helps; practices train on their scheduling system.

## Licensing & certifications
No license is required.

## Open jobs (0)
None posted right now.