Patient Scheduler - Day Shift at Hospital

Prime Healthcare; Denville (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Clare's Health in New Jersey is seeking a Scheduler to coordinate tests and procedures across departments, ensuring accurate patient demographics, insurance authorizations, and timely communication. This full-time role operates on daytime hours and involves organizing scheduling for clinic visits, surgeries, and labs.

The ideal candidate has strong clerical and computer skills, familiarity with medical terminology, and the ability to multi-task under tight timelines while delivering

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of multiple insurance authorization requirements.
• 1–2 years hospital experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Customer service experience required.
• Strong clerical and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedule tests and procedures for patients across departments.
• Coordinate with departments and ensure accurate patient demographics in the system.
• Notify departments of supplies or equipment needs from outside vendors for scheduled surgeries.
• Prepare and distribute the surgical schedule and on-call list.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Customer service

Clerical skills

Computer skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Saint Clare's Health in New Jersey is seeking a Scheduler to coordinate tests and procedures across departments, ensuring accurate patient demographics, insurance authorizations, and timely communication. This full-time role operates on daytime hours and involves organizing scheduling for clinic visits, surgeries, and labs.

The ideal candidate has strong clerical and computer skills, familiarity with medical terminology, and the ability to multi-task under tight timelines while delivering