Scheduling Coordinator, Hybrid

Job Title: Coordinator Scheduling

Location: New Brunswick (NB)

Department Name: Physical Therapy

Req #: 0000252995

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $23.68 - $28.42 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 Scheduling Coordinator is responsible for obtaining accurate patient information in order to schedule appointments for Inpatient Rehabilitation, using the computer scheduling system. Disseminates, as needed, patient and/or clinician schedules to appropriate hospital staff. Must exhibit strong customer service skills and be able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma with relevant experience
• Must possess tact, courtesy, and patience dealing with others
• Must be self-motivated to perform multiple duties efficiently, timely, and in an organized manner
• Sound problem solving and communication skills.
• Able to work independently within a team environment
• Able to maintain confidentiality of information.
• On-site training

Preferred:

• Previous hospital or physician's office experience
• Scheduling and data entry experience
• Knowledge of various computer software packages

Scheduling Requirements:

• Day shift, varies between 7:00am-7:00pm
• Monday through Friday
• Part-Time, 24 hours per week

Essential Functions:

• Using the computer scheduling system, coordinates and schedules accurately and timely single and multiple appointments for Inpatients.
• Disseminates schedules as requested to the appropriate hospital staff.
• Observes and follows policies and procedures of inpatient rehabilitation. 
• Prioritizes duties and responsibilities. schedules work flow to facilitate production of accurate, efficient and timely output.
• Demonstrates time management skills and assists in general departmental organization.
• Communicates clearly and effectively in a timely manner with hospital staff, sharing inter-departmental and intra-departmental job knowledge. Receives all calls in a professional and courteous manner.
• Brings scheduling problems or patient's concerns to the attention of the therapy supervisor.
• Demonstrates ability to adapt to changing circumstances related to internal| external factors. Exhibits flexibility dealing with changes in scheduling processes and policies. Willing to learn all components of scheduling process for IP scheduling.
• Schedules appointments based on information obtained.
• Observes and follows policies and procedures of inpatient rehabilitation. Demonstrates time management skills and assists in general departmental organization.
• May perform other duties as assigned or directed by management.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer