Infusion Scheduling Coordinator - Nursing Data Clerk

RWJBarnabas Health; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Sp

Wellness Programs

Discounts Through Partners

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Nursing Data Clerk in the Home Infusion department in New Jersey. The role focuses on coordinating schedules, maintaining patient information, and communicating with nurses and the infusion care team to support patient care delivery.

The position requires organization, attention to detail, and strong communication, with clerical and healthcare experience preferred. It offers daily day shifts and an hourly pay range reflecting market norms in New Jersey.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and completion of orientation requirements.
• One year of clerical experience preferred.
• One year of healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Entering new patient referrals into scheduling software accurately and efficiently.
• Maintaining and updating the active patient list and ensuring appointments are scheduled appropriately.
• Obtaining and maintaining nursing availability to support patient scheduling needs.
• Reviewing and assigning patient visits based on visit type, duration, location, and nurse availability.
• Collaborating with the infusion care team to coordinate schedules and meet patient care needs.
• Faxing pharmacy and nursing orders, along with required follow-up documentation, to nursing agencies providing patient care.
• Answering nursing department phone calls while providing professional and responsive customer service.
• Communicating patient care changes and updates to field nurses in a timely manner.
• Communicating with management when outside agency support is needed.
• Organizing daily responsibilities, setting priorities, and seeking guidance when appropriate.
• Participating in department committees or plans and cross-training to assist in other areas as needed.
• Performing additional duties as assigned or directed by management.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma

Job description

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Nursing Data Clerk in the Home Infusion department in New Jersey. The role focuses on coordinating schedules, maintaining patient information, and communicating with nurses and the infusion care team to support patient care delivery.

The position requires organization, attention to detail, and strong communication, with clerical and healthcare experience preferred. It offers daily day shifts and an hourly pay range reflecting market norms in New Jersey.