PSR, Surgical Scheduler - Breast Center

VillageMD; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate community dedicated to reshaping healthcare. In this role, you'll be responsible for scheduling admissions and coordinating necessary testing. Your organizational and customer service skills will ensure a smooth process for patients and healthcare providers alike. This innovative firm offers a supportive environment where your contributions directly impact patient care. If you're looking to make a difference in healthcare while developing your skills in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Savings Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; vocational training preferred.
• 0-4 years of experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Schedule hospital and ambulatory admissions efficiently.
• Maintain positive relationships with physicians and nursing staff.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Knowledge of Medical Terminology

Education

High School/GED

Vocational/Technical School

Tools

EHR Systems

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 of people who work hard every day to make health care better 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 one of 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 procedure 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 orders management system, following all appropriate workflows.

• Arranges types and distributes surgery schedule.

• Communicates problems to Nurse/Physician/Clinical Manager.

• Employs appropriate and timely use of tasking.

• Accurately completes any/all necessary forms for the patient

• Performs various clerical duties including faxing, photocopying, scanning, filing and mailing’s

• Establishes and maintains a positive working relationship with physicians and nursing staff

General Job functions:

• Demonstrates understanding of submission of necessary documents for hospital and our 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 working knowledge for rescheduling and canceling procedures.

• Demonstrates customer service skills when communicating with peers/other departments.

• Verbalizes customer services skills to alleviate patient anxiety.

• Demonstrates good judgment in scheduling procedure to increase physician productivity.

• Demonstrates understanding of emergency procedures

• Logs surgical procedures as needed.

• Arranges for specialty equipment/ services as needed.

• Interacts with outside vendors / contracted services as needed.

• Other job duties as required.

Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements:

• High School/GED required. Vocational / Technical School / Diploma Program preferred.

• Heart Saver certification within 90 days of hire required.

• 0 – 1 years experience. 2-4 years experience preferred.

• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

• Ability to perform diverse work assignments with time limitations with a high degree of accuracy.

• Ability to use problem solving, critical thinking and priority setting skills.

• Experience with Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail) preferred.

• Experience with Standard Office Technology in a Window based environment preferred.

• Experience with patient care equipment preferred.

• Experience with EHR, Practice Management System and Departmental/Ancillary Systems preferred

About Our Commitment

Total Rewards at VillageMD

Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Companyprovides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Safety Disclaimer

OurCompanycares about the safety of our employees and applicants.Our Companydoes not use chat rooms for job searches or communications.Our Companywill never request personal information via informal chat platforms or unsecure email.Our Companywill never ask for money or an exchange of money, banking or other personal information prior to the in-person interview. Be aware of potential scams while job seeking. Interviews are conducted at selectOur Companylocations during regular business hours only. For information on job scams, visit,https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/JobScamsor file a complaint athttps://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/.