Administrative AssistantReq #:0000194335
Category:Clerical / Administrative Support
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:RWJ Rahway
Department:Physical Therapy
Location:
RWJUH Rahway Hospital, 865 Stone Street, Rahway, NJ 07065
Job Overview:
TheAdministrative Assistantfor Physical Therapywill use clerical and organizational skills to keep the department organized. This position will perform clerical duties such as scheduling patients, patient registration, ordering supplies for the office, and insurance verification.
Qualifications:
Required:
High school graduate with secretarial experience or high school plus clerical training
Must demonstrate English fluency and possess good written and oral communication skills
Basic math and proficient computer skills required
Strong organizational and problem solving skills required
Preferred:
Microsoft Office experience preferred
Scheduling Requirements:
Monday Friday 7:30am-4:00pm
Essential Functions:
Communicate in person or by telephone to schedule appointments, receive and direct referrals, clarify diagnoses and give or receive information
Coordinate community cab transportation for outpatient appointments as needed
Work with insurance companies to verify coverage
Enter authorization and pre-certification information in the registration system
Coordinate appointment changes and cancelations
Compete monthly outpatient re-registration
Prepare daily, weekly and monthly statistics
Route new orders within the department
Prepare evaluation forms as needed
Perform computer functions
Assist in the orientation of department personnel to clerical responsibilities and computer system
Prepare and/or @type other reports and correspondence,
Maintain files
Handle, distribute and release outpatient records
Direct mail and handles correspondence
Photocopy and fax forms, reports and documents
Maintain an adequate inventory of clerical supplies and forms
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
