Patient Navigator Surgical Services

Adecco US, Inc.; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

401K plan

Paid leave

Commuter benefits

EAP program

Job summary

Adecco Healthcare is seeking a Patient Navigator for Surgical Services in Newark, NJ. You will guide patients through surgical and healthcare processes, coordinate appointments, and support insurance verifications and referrals.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of healthcare experience, strong communication, and proficiency with EMR systems. This on-site role offers competitive pay and benefits with a patient-centered team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent healthcare experience.
• 2+ years of healthcare experience with patients.
• Strong advocacy, customer service and communication skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare processes.
• Experience with scheduling, referrals, insurance verification and care coordination.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Guide patients through surgical and healthcare processes.
• Coordinate appointments, surgeries, testing, and post-operative follow-up.
• Assist with insurance verification, referrals, authorizations, and access to resources.
• Communicate with physicians and staff to ensure seamless care.
• Manage patient records and Electronic Health Records (EHR).
• Schedule operating room procedures and related testing.
• Build strong relationships with patients, providers, and referring physicians.

Skills

Patient advocacy

Communication skills

Care coordination

EHR systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent healthcare experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

Job description

Now Hiring: Patient Navigator - Surgical Services

Join a Leading Healthcare Team & Make a Difference in Patients' Lives!

Adecco Healthcare is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented, and patient-focused Patient Navigator - Surgical Services to support patients through every step of their healthcare journey. If you thrive in a fast-paced medical environment and have a passion for patient advocacy, care coordination, and customer service, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Location: Newark, NJ

Pay Rate: $30-$33/hour

What You'll Do:

Serve as a dedicated patient advocate, guiding patients through surgical and healthcare processes

Coordinate appointments, surgeries, diagnostic testing, and post-operative follow-up care

Assist patients with insurance verification, referrals, authorizations, and access to resources

Communicate with physicians, clinical staff, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient care

Address barriers to care and connect patients with community resources and support services

Manage patient records, documentation, and Electronic Health Records (EHR) accurately

Schedule and coordinate operating room procedures and related testing

Build strong relationships with patients, providers, and referring physicians

We're Looking For:

Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent healthcare experience

2+ years of healthcare experience working directly with patients

Strong patient advocacy, customer service, and communication skills

Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare processes

Experience with scheduling, referrals, insurance verification, and care coordination

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic medical record systems

Ability to multitask, stay organized, and work independently while supporting a team

Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus!

Why You'll Love This Role:

Make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes

Be a trusted resource and advocate for patients and families

Work alongside a collaborative team of healthcare professionals

Gain valuable experience in surgical services and patient navigation

Competitive pay and opportunity to grow your healthcare career

I deal Candidate Traits:

Compassionate

Patient-Focused

Organized & Detail-Oriented

Excellent Communicator

Resourceful Problem Solver

Dedicated to Exceptional Patient Care

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria

Pay Details: $33.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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