Coordinator Scheduling, Bariatric Program

RWJBarnabas Health; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

FSAs (Health Care/ Dependent Care)

Wellness Programs

Employee Discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Coordinator Scheduler in Newark, NJ to coordinate and manage patient appointments within the Bariatric Program. The role supports efficient operations and a positive patient experience by collaborating with patients, physicians, and staff.

Responsibilities include scheduling, verifying insurance, and maintaining accurate records. The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma and 1–3 years in healthcare, with proficiency in EPIC and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of healthcare experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and EPIC systems expected.

Responsibilities

• Schedule patient appointments based on physician orders and patient needs.
• Verify insurance, pre-authorizations, and referrals.
• Maintain accurate patient information and communication of scheduling details.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

EPIC

Microsoft Office

Job description

Req #: 0000260256

Category: Clerical / Administrative

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

Department: Bariatric Program

Pay Range: $17.60 - $25.00 per hour

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

Job Title: Coordinator Scheduling

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name: Bariatric Program

Req #: 0000260256

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $17.60 - $25.00 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.

Coordinator Scheduler is responsible for coordinating and managing patient appointments to support efficient operations and positive patient experience to Bariatric Program. You will collaborate closely with patients, physicians, and staff to schedule appointments, maintain accurate patient information, communicate scheduling details, and help ensure patients receive timely and coordinated care.

As Coordinator Scheduler, a typical day might include the following:

• Scheduling appointments based on physician orders and patient needs
• Managing scheduling work queues and In Backet messages within EPIC
• Verifying insurance, pre-authorizations and referrals have been obtained
• Providing support to team when needed
• Communicating appointment details with patients and addressing scheduling inquiries
• Maintaining accurate patient information and documentation within the medical records
• Demonstrating excellent customer service in communication with patients, visitors, physicians, and staff
• Demonstrating the ability to adapt to change in the workload as required in a timely manner

The Coordinator Scheduler Role Might Be For You If

• You communicate clearly and compassionately with patients, families, and healthcare professionals
• You stay organized and can effectively manage multiple priorities
• You enjoy coordinating schedules and solving challenges
• You are detailed-oriented
• You respond in timely manner to all office and schedule inquiries
• You work collaboratively with team members
• You are comfortable using electronic medical systems, including EPIC

To be considered for this opportunity, you must have a High School diploma and equivalent. At least 1-3 years of relevant experience in healthcare and medical terminology. Knowledgeable with Microsoft Office and proficient computer skills. Familiarity with office equipment such as copiers and fax machines. Must demonstrate willingness to learn. Must be able to work from 8:30am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday.

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 Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer