Scheduler

Job Overview : The Surgery Scheduler makes and schedules surgery appointments for patients in an efficient and timely manner.Qualifications : Required : High School Diploma or EquivalentTwo years of work experience in a medical office setting with medical receptionist or surgical scheduling experienceKnowledge of medical terminology desirable, Word processing and computer experienceScheduling Requirements : Working Shift : Monday-FridayDay Shift, Full-Time, 40 Hours Per WeekEssential Functions : Greets and registers patients in a prompt, pleasant, and helpful mannerVerifies necessary information : demographics / Insurance / Primary Care Physician, Procedure and lateralitySchedules and coordinates patients' surgical appointments to all participating locations and non-surgical related diagnostic studies including, but not limited to ESI and CT myelogramsMaintains paper and computerized logging systemAnswers questions regarding patient's surgical appointments and testingAssembles / prepares patient's surgical chartsHave patient sign Financial Policy and address any Collection AlertsSchedules patients procedure, Pre-operative testing , Medical clearance, Orthotic and Post-Operative appointmentsCompletes reservation form and sends over to appropriate Hospital along with all Facility formsReviews physicians schedules weeklyFor any cancelations / Rescheduled cases, must send notification to facility and PhysicianWork with the Doctor to accommodate other patients to fill OR scheduleFollow up 1 week prior to patients surgical date : all Lab, EKG and Clearances resultsFax to appropriate facility, PCP and scan into ECW along with fax confirmations and assign to your Physicians PoolSchedules, obtains room and calls insurance to verify benefits and authorize admission, etc, for any urgent add on cases, within 24 hoursReview each chart / patient to ensure everything has been completed prior to surgery date, including, dental letter, clearance, PAT's, lab results, precert is completed and consent is signed and the hospital has all informationOther 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 market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care / Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, 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.Equal Opportunity Employer