Scheduler

Job Title: Scheduler

Location: Morris Cancer Center

Department Name: Clinical Practice Management

Req #: 0000244052

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $20.06 - $24.07 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The primary purpose of the Senior Scheduler/Patient Liaison position is to ensure that the scheduling of surgeries, pre-admission testing and diagnostic testing of patients at The Morris Cancer Center, is performed in an organized, efficient and timely manner.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Knowledge of medical terminology required
• Highly effective oral and written communication skills are required to communicate with clinical, administrative and other personnel
• Superior interpersonal skills are important in maintaining a sound public image in dealing with patients, families, and referring physicians
• Excellent critical thinking and attention to detail required
• Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint
• Must demonstrate an understanding of the principles of guest relations and be able to maintain a professional demeanor and customer service orientation under busy and stressful situations

Preferred:

• Prior experience in the use of a practice management system
• Three (3) years of clerical experience including at least one (1) year that involved scheduling of surgical cases

Scheduling Requirements:

• Monday - Friday
• Day Shift
• Full-Time, 40 Hours Per Week

Essential Functions:

• Ensures that insurance pre-certification is completed prior to surgery and that all required surgical paperwork is in the operating room according to protocol
• Serves as a liaison between the surgical oncologists, hospital operating rooms, radiological staff, Cancer Institute of New Jersey nursing staff, insurance companies and the patient
• Contributes to the research mission and participates in performance improvement activities in order to improve the quality, consistency, and efficiency of services provided
• Position requires interaction and competency in providing care to patients in all age categories from neonates through geriatrics and all populations with an emphasis on patients with cancer

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
• ....and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.