Scheduling Specialist - Primary Care, Mt Laurel

Virtua Health•Mount Laurel Township, NJ

3d•$19 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Scheduling Specialist schedules inpatient or outpatient procedures, informs patients and physician offices about preparation instructions and other test requirements, correctly identifies patients, matches medical records, and facilitates hospital care. The role supports the organized flow of patients and coordinates admissions and procedure scheduling within the department.

Requirements

Previous medical clerical experience.
Understanding of medical terminology.
Computer user proficiency, including data entry.
Clear communication skills.
Professional phone demeanor.
High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

Accurately input surgical procedures, preference cards, and orders to support the organized flow of patients throughout the department.
Serve as the department's key contact for coordinating the admission process and scheduling surgical procedures.
Alert the facilitator to current or potential problems and assist with resolution.
Handle a high volume of incoming and outgoing unit communications while providing excellent customer service.
Maintain medical records and statistical reports, enter data into multiple databases, and run reports as required.
Maintain office supplies and equipment.
Assist in orienting new staff on scheduling and data collection processes.
Assist with unit coverage as needed.
Inform patients and physician offices of preparation instructions and other test requirements.
Correctly identify patients, match medical records, and facilitate hospital care.