Clerk Req #: 46606
Category: Clerical / Administrative Support
Status: Per Diem
Shift: Day
Facility: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
Department: Sleep Lab
Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr, 94 Old Short Hills Road, Livingston, NJ 07039

Job Overview:

Under the direction of the Manager, the Clerk performs clerical and receptionist duties and maintains the physical environment of the area.

Qualifications:

Required:

High school diploma or GED equivalent At least two years of administrative and secretarial experience in a healthcare facility or doctor's office setting

Preferred:

Post-secondary courses in business or secretarial school are desirable.Direct knowledge of hospital procedures is preferable.Excellent secretarial skills including: written and verbal communication skills.Strong interpersonal relations.Knowledge of computers required; Microsoft Word, Access, Outlook, Excel, & PowerPoint.

Scheduling Requirements:

Status: Per Diem (At least 3 days per week)Shift: Days (No weekends)Hours 8:00a.m. - 1:00pm

Essential Functions:

The receptionist greets each patient and family member as they arrive at the center. Receptionist issues the registration face sheet, history form and patient bill of rights. Make corrections to patient data (procedure, insurance or referring physicians). Alerts the staff that patient has arrived.Assumes responsibility for all activities pertaining to the reception area. Is responsible for answering phones, taking messages and directing phone inquiries to the proper person/place. Performs clerical duties without requiring constant supervision. Exercises good judgment in dealing with patients.

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