Medical Appointment Clerk
Job role overview
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Date posted
May 7, 2026
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Hiring location
Las Vegas
Description
Medical Appointment Clerk
Location: Mike O'Callahan Military Medical Center (MOMMC), Nellis AFB – Las Vegas, NV Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8‑hour shifts between 0700–1900
Spectrum Healthcare has a POTENTIAL OPPORTUNITY
The Medical Appointment Clerk provides administrative support to medical and dental clinics by coordinating appointments, updating patient information, and ensuring timely patient access to care. This position plays a key role in supporting healthcare providers, beneficiaries, and overall clinic operations.
Minimum Requirements
Education
- High School Diploma (per Exhibit 5)
- No equivalency substitutions permitted
Experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods
Certifications / Licensure / Board Certification
- None required beyond Basic Life Support if applicable
Citizenship
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
Key Responsibilities
Appointment Scheduling & Coordination
- Schedule medical and dental appointments via phone, secure messaging, or other approved request methods in accordance with local guidelines.
- Support Primary Care Manager (PCM) by‑name assignments and meet required access‑to‑care standards.
- Maintain and update appointment schedules using government systems such as:
- CHCS (Composite Health Care System)
- AHLTA
- DENTRIX
- MHS GENESIS
Eligibility Verification & Registration
- Validate patient eligibility through the Defense Eligibility Enrollment Reporting System (DEERS).
- Update and verify patient demographic information.
- Register new patients (e.g., newborns) into the system when needed.
Patient Records & Schedule Maintenance
- Keep accurate appointment logs and up‑to‑date schedules.
- Use system tools—including detail codes, appointment slot freezing, and TRICARE Online—to manage cancellations, rescheduling, and appointment availability.
Patient Communication
- Contact patients or respond to secure messages to schedule, reschedule, or cancel appointments.
- Assist with reminders, no‑show notices, and cancellation/reschedule notifications (phone or written forms).
- Create and deliver telephone consults (T-cons) to PCMs and nursing staff following established protocols.
Preferred Skills
- Excellent communication and customer service abilities
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to follow standardized procedures
- Experience in a medical, dental, or military clinic setting (preferred)
For More Information Contact: Betty Fisk
314-744-4130
Company Overview: At Spectrum, we utilize over thirty-five years of experience providing optimal solutions for federal agencies that are both innovative and cost-effective. We hold ourselves to the highest standard to ensure successful outcomes for the facilities and healthcare professionals we serve. As a Joint Commission Certified Healthcare Resource, dependability and service are the driving forces of our mission.
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