Scheduling Specialist - Gastro

Virtua Health Coordinator

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home.

Location : Cherry Hill - 1945 Route 70

Remote Type : On-Site

Employment Type : Employee

Employment Classification : Regular

Time Type : Full time

Work Shift : 1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours : 40

Additional Locations : Moorestown, NJ

Summary : Schedules inpatient or outpatient procedures. Informs patients and physician office of prep instructions or other test requirements. Correctly identifies the patient, matches medical records, and facilitates hospital care.

Position Responsibilities :

• Responsible for the organized flow of patients throughout the department by accurately inputting surgical procedures and preference cards, orders.
• Acts as the key contact within the department for coordinating the admission process and scheduling surgical procedures.
• Alerts facilitator of current or potential problems and assists in resolution.
• Handles a high volume of incoming and outgoing communication from the unit while providing excellent customer service.
• Maintains medical records, stat reports, enters data into multiple databases, and runs reports as required.
• Maintains office supplies and equipment.
• Assists in orienting new staff on scheduling and data collection processes.
• Assists with unit coverage as needed.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required : Previous medical clerical experience. Understanding of medical terminology. Computer user proficiency (data entry). Clear communication skills. Professional phone demeanor.

Required Education : High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Hourly Rate : $18.16 - $26.95 The actual salary / rate will vary based on applicant's experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to : medical / prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.