Administrative Assistant, Cardiac ServicesReq #:0000198110
Category:Clerical / Administrative Support
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
Department:Cardiac Service Administration
Location:
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr, 94 Old Short Hills Road, Livingston, NJ 07039
Job Overview:
The Cardiac Service Administrative Assistant performs delegated functions as a member of a patient care team by providing administrative and clerical support and communicating with members of the healthcare team, patients and families. This role contributes to the successful operation of the work area and functions in accordance with all existing regulatory and hospital standards, policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
Required:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of two years of secretarial experience in a hospital environment or medical office.
Computer proficiency with knowledge of Windows-based computer applications.
Knowledge of basic medical terminology.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred:
Bachelor's Degree from a recognized college or secretarial school
EPIC Knowledge
Scheduling Requirements:
Working Shift: Monday-Friday
Day Shift: 8:30AM-4:30PM
Full-Time, 37.5 Hours Per Week
Essential Functions:
Greeting patients and family members
Scheduling appointments for CT Surgery and Structural Heart cases
Taking patients for testing as needed
Authorizations for diagnostic testing and surgery
Insurance verification
Obtaining and uploading outside medical records onto EHR system
Track referrals and assist with structural heart database
Send medical records and follow up to referring MDs
Completes assigned tasks with minimum supervision while maintaining a high degree of confidentiality
Assist with Heart Failure Clinic
Room turnover and supply checks
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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!
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
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
