Healthcare Patient Access & Scheduling Coordinator

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Edison, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health in New Jersey is seeking an Office Coordinator to provide clerical and clinical support, handle referrals, registrations and inquiries, and assist with cardiac testing when needed.

This role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and teamwork within a patient-centered hospital environment. A high school diploma and clerical experience are required, with preferred medical office certification and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Two years clerical or secretarial/administrative experience.
• Proficient in word processing and databases.
• Strong interpersonal and telephone communication.
• Excellent organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Take in patient referrals.
• Respond to internal and external record requests.
• Register patients.
• Obtain insurance verification and authorization.
• Schedule patients.
• Respond to patient and visitor inquiries.
• Maintain department areas and process discharged charts.
• Assist in cardiac testing administration when required.
• Participate in performance improvement and patient satisfaction initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Clerical experience

Interpersonal skills

Telephone skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medical office certificate (preferred)

Tools

Word processing

Database skills

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health in New Jersey is seeking an Office Coordinator to provide clerical and clinical support, handle referrals, registrations and inquiries, and assist with cardiac testing when needed.

This role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and teamwork within a patient-centered hospital environment. A high school diploma and clerical experience are required, with preferred medical office certification and opportunities for professional growth.