Healthcare Scheduling Virtual Assistant

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Healthcare Scheduling Virtual Assistant managing caregiver schedules and client communications in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Requires prior scheduling experience and strong customer service skills.

Responsibilities:

  • Create and maintain daily/weekly caregiver schedules based on client care plans and authorized hours
  • Assign caregivers to clients based on availability, skills, location, and client preferences
  • Proactively fill open shifts and confirm caregiver attendance
  • Manage last-minute call-offs, schedule changes, and coverage gaps
  • Ensure scheduled services align with approved hours and care plans
  • Support client onboarding, including start-of-care scheduling and logistics
  • Handle inbound/outbound calls related to scheduling, availability, and service changes
  • Communicate schedule updates to clients/families calmly and professionally
  • Respond to client/caregiver inquiries via phone, email, or messaging platforms
  • De-escalate sensitive/time-sensitive situations using strong soft skills
  • Document schedule changes, missed visits, cancellations, and attendance accurately
  • Notify internal staff/billing teams of missed visits or claim-impacting changes
  • Maintain accurate records in scheduling systems and shared documentation tools
  • Assist with document prep (reports, spreadsheets, presentations)
  • Manage emails/texts: sorting, prioritizing, responding, sending updates/newsletters

Requirements:

  • Strong spoken and written English
  • Excellent phone presence and confidence handling calls
  • Outstanding customer service + communication skills
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented
  • Calm and professional in difficult conversations
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment
  • Reliable, accountable, proactive, and able to work independently
  • Healthcare or home care scheduling experience
  • Medical Administrative Assistant / Patient Care Coordinator experience
  • Bilingual in Spanish (preferred, not required)
  • Must be proficient in speaking and writing English very clearly
  • Must have relevant work experience
  • Be able to submit an NBI clearance and/or Local Police Clearance background check before onboarding [mandatory]
  • Must be available for video meetings with your camera on (when needed)
  • Device: Reliable laptop or desktop computer.
  • Internet: High-speed connection (minimum 10 Mbps).
  • Audio: Noise-canceling headset.
  • Video: Webcam for virtual meetings.
  • Workspace: Quiet, professional environment.

Benefits:

  • Dedicated HR & Contractor Support Team: Access to world-class support for questions, guidance, contract matters, and client communication.
  • Premium VPN Access (Optional): A secure VPN license can be provided upon request to enhance privacy and security for client-related tasks.
  • HIPAA & Cybersecurity Training + Certification (Provided): Access to our internal HIPAA compliance training, cybersecurity modules, and certification to help you confidently handle PHI for U.S. healthcare clients.
  • Top 1% VA Performance Training: Access to our proprietary training on communication, client management, productivity systems, and best practices to help you become a top-performing VA and increase long-term client retention.
  • Client-Approved U.S. Holidays: Contractors may take U.S. holidays off according to the client’s needs and schedule.
  • Client-Approved Paid or Unpaid Time Off: Time off may be granted by your client. Paid time off is optional and only if offered by the client.
  • Access to Tools & Resources: Templates, workflow guides, productivity tools, and client-specific SOP support to help you perform at your best.
  • Optional Performance-Based Incentives: Some clients may offer bonuses, incentives, or increased hours based on your performance.