Regional Scheduler UCHC NSP

Rutgers University; The Ironbound (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid vacation & holidays

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care ( UCHC ) seeks a Regional Scheduler to handle consultation requests for Northern State Prison, Newark, NJ. You will manage the inmate care scheduling, transportation logistics, and liaise with the statewide ombudsperson on escalated issues.

Responsibilities include processing forms, scheduling, and documenting investigations into healthcare grievances. A full onsite work arrangement is required, with Rutgers benefits and a structured pay scale.

Qualifications

• High School graduate required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of medical office or hospital experience including medical records clerical duties.
• Experience maintaining confidential relationships.

Responsibilities

• Process all consultation forms and scheduling for facilities, including on-site and off-site appointments.
• Arrange transportation of patients for appointments.
• Review and investigate inmate healthcare grievances and document findings.

Skills

Medical office experience

Confidential relationships

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Department

Department UCHC Northern State Prison Phy_DUP

Overview

University Correctional Health Care ( UCHC ), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is dedicated to excellence in providing physical, mental health, dental and sex offender treatment services to those involved in the criminal justice systems in New Jersey. UCHC operates with a total budget of $150 million and approximately 1,000 staff.

We are committed to being a leader in the delivery of effective, compassionate and accessible care informed by research within correctional environments.

We Care. We Teach. We Heal. We Improve.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766 and celebrating a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 67,000 students and 22,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world.

Posting Summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care ( UCHC ) is seeking a Regional Scheduler to work at Northern State Prison, located in Newark, New Jersey. Under the guidance of the Administrator, the Regional Scheduler processes all consultation requests and related documentation for the facility. The position will interface with the Statewide Ombudsperson on concerns elevated to a state level.

Among the key duties for this position are the following:

• Processes all consultation request forms and related paperwork for the facilities, including but not limited to:
• Entries of consultation requests into the Inmate Eligibility System.
• All scheduling functions for the consultation request including those for on-site clinic appointments and for off-site appointments.
• Arranges the appropriate transportation of patients for appointments.

• Reviews and investigates inmate grievances related to healthcare, through medical record review and personal interviews with inmates and staff. Finalizes investigation with a written report to be distributed according to policy and procedure.

• Performs other related duties as assigned

FLSA Nonexempt

Grade 147

Minimum Salary 22.610

Mid Range Salary 23.110

Maximum Salary 23.800

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Full Time

40

40.00

Day

This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.

Teamsters 97

PeopleSoft

Staff - 12 month

PERS

Minimum Education and Experience

• High School graduate required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of medical office or hospital experience including medical records clerical duties.
• Experience maintaining confidential relationships.

Certifications/Licenses

• Valid driver’s license is required. Must possess own vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word and Outlook is preferred.

Must be approved by the Department of Corrections ( DOC ) and adhere to all DOC requirements.

26ST1157

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a minimum of three (3) years of medical office or hospital experience including medical records clerical duties?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a valid driver's license and possess a vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you possess working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have knowledge of medical terminology?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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