Clerk, GR Baringer School Based

RWJBarnabas Health; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health in Newark, NJ is seeking a Clerk for the GR-Baringer School Based department. You will enter basic patient information electronically, greet and register patients, and assist with forms and records.

The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Proficiency with MS Word/Excel/Outlook and EHR systems is essential.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• At least two years of administrative experience in an office setting.
• Knowledge of computers and software including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Enter basic patient information electronically.
• Greet and register patients according to office protocol.
• Assist patients with forms and documents; maintain patient records.
• Answer incoming calls, schedule appointments, and manage calendar.
• Perform general clerical duties (filing, reception, photocopying, mail).

Skills

Data entry

Patient communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Multitasking

EHR systems

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Access

Job description

Clerk, GR Baringer School Based

Job Title: Clerk

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Location: 201 LYONS AVENUE, NEWARK, NJ 07112-2027

Department Name: GR-Baringer School Based

Req #: 0000265540

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $20.39 - $20.39 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.

As a Clerk, must be able to enter basic patient info electronically. Communicate with insurance when needed. Greet and register patients according to office protocol. Assist patients to complete all necessary forms and documents. Maintain and manage patient records. Answer incoming calls, make and confirm appointments. Complete other clerical duties as requested.

As a Clerk a typical day might include the following:

• Maintaining departmental filing system
• Assisting department in all clerical functions as needed
• Performing clerical duties in support of a hospital department including, but not limited to word processing, filing, receptionist responsibilities, photocopying and mail sorting and distribution
• Preparing and processing orders for all office supplies as needed

The Clerk might be for you if:

• You enjoy working in a fast-paced healthcare environment where no two days are the same
• You thrive on staying organized and balancing multiple priorities.
• You communicate clearly and professionally with patients, families, physicians, and colleagues
• You take pride in providing outstanding customer service and compassionate support
• You are comfortable using computers and learning electronic health record systems.
• You enjoy being part of a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care
• You are seeking a healthcare career where your organizational skills directly support clinical excellence

To be considered for this position, candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent. With at least two (2) years' administrative and secretarial experience in office setting. Knowledge of computers required Microsoft Word, Access, Outlook, Excel & Power Point. Effective communication, organizational, multitasking, and computer skills are essential, as is the ability to work effectively in a collaborative healthcare environment. Knowledge of medical terminology, electronic medical records, physician order entry, and healthcare documentation preferred. Per Diem, Day as needed.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer