Schedules operative procedures via electronic scheduling system, using knowledge of procedures, area of body involved, equipment conflicts, staffing, surgeon preferences, scheduling habits and suite utilization. Works independently at the information desk, contacting patient care areas, takes messages and communicates to appropriate person. Is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical er... more details
Job Overview:
Schedules operative procedures via electronic scheduling system, using knowledge of procedures, area of body involved, equipment conflicts, staffing, surgeon preferences, scheduling habits and suite utilization. Works independently at the information desk, contacting patient care areas, takes messages and communicates to appropriate person. Is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors, etc.
Qualifications:
Required:
- School diploma.
- Six to twelve months’ prior experience in secretarial position
- Successful completion of all Orientation Programs.
Preferred:
- Medical background preferred.
Scheduling Requirements:
- 8:00am- 4:00pm
- Monday-Friday
- Full Time
Essential Functions:
- Demonstrates initiative and receptiveness to staff requests.
- Use of Vocera during work hours and remains logged in during work hours
- Works well under pressure, maintaining calm and listens carefully to requests of physicians, charge nurse and staff
- Assist with training of new schedulers as assigned
- Has a basic knowledge of systems presently being used in the OR
- Has a clear understanding of assigned job and routine
- Keep telephone and beeper lists updated
- Keeps service leaders informed of equipment requests taken while scheduling cases
- Knows the basic work done by all secretaries, how long it will take and what resources are needed to complete the task in the event that there is a need to fill in
- Maintain a direct line of communication with the OR Clinical Director and System Analyst
- Operates SIS Scheduling system and enters Post Operative Data as needed
- Refers conflicts and procedural questions to Clinical Director, Assistant Nurse Manager or System Analyst
- Review updated schedule for following day with Clinical Director and Managers
- Transfer cancellations or changes of cases to Department.
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Pay Range:
Hourly Rate:
$24.00-$28.00 per hour
Let us shape the future of healthcare, together. Our competitive base rates offered will be dependent upon your relevant experience, education, and skills. In addition to base salary, we offer excellent benefits creating a competitive total rewards package to include health and welfare benefits, tuition reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee assistance programs and many opportunities for professional and personal growth.
Join our team to embark on shaping the future of healthcare!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,
high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering
a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer
