PSR, Surgical Scheduler - Breast Center

Summit Medical Group; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to join their team in a vital role that simplifies health care for patients. This position focuses on scheduling hospital admissions and coordinating necessary testing, ensuring all patient information is accurate and on site. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organizational skills, and will thrive in a fast-paced environment. Join a compassionate community committed to improving health care access and outcomes. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes your health and wellness while making a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; vocational training preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Schedule hospital and ambulatory admissions effectively.
• Maintain positive relationships with physicians and nursing staff.
• Perform clerical duties including faxing and filing.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Knowledge of Medical Terminology

Education

High School/GED

Vocational/Technical School/Diploma

Tools

Standard Office Equipment

Job description

About Our Company

We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.

Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes, and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.

When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community dedicated to improving health care for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights, and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.

Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.

Job Description

Essential Job Functions:

• Responsible for scheduling hospital and ambulatory admissions.
• Verbalizes procedures for collection of pre-admission testing data. Coordinates required testing prior to admission and ensures all information and consents are on site for patient’s admission/procedure.
• Schedules and enters diagnostic tests and procedures into the orders management system, following all appropriate workflows.
• Arranges types and distributes the surgery schedule.
• Communicates problems to Nurse/Physician/Clinical Manager.
• Employs appropriate and timely use of tasking.
• Accurately completes all necessary forms for the patient.
• Performs various clerical duties including faxing, photocopying, scanning, filing, and mailing.
• Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with physicians and nursing staff.

General Job Functions:

• Demonstrates understanding of submission of necessary documents for hospital and patient procedures.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of booking and scheduling inpatient, outpatient, and special procedures.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of insurance and pre-certification requirements.
• Demonstrates knowledge for rescheduling and canceling procedures.
• Provides customer service skills when communicating with peers and other departments.
• Uses customer service skills to alleviate patient anxiety.
• Schedules procedures to increase physician productivity.
• Understands emergency procedures.
• Logs surgical procedures as needed.
• Arranges for specialty equipment/services as needed.
• Interacts with outside vendors/contracted services as needed.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education, Certification, Computer, and Training Requirements:

• High School/GED required; Vocational/Technical School/Diploma preferred.
• Heart Saver certification within 90 days of hire required.
• 0–1 years of experience; 2–4 years preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to perform diverse work assignments accurately within time limitations.
• Problem solving, critical thinking, and priority setting skills.
• Experience with standard office equipment and technology preferred.

Our Commitment

Total Rewards at VillageMD: Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through connection. We value health and wellness and offer benefits including Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA, and a 401k plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our company provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and other protected characteristics.

Safety Disclaimer

We prioritize safety and do not use chat rooms for job searches or personal information requests. Be cautious of scams. Interviews are conducted at our locations during business hours. For more info, visit https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/JobScams or https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/.