Secretary Department, Cardiac Rehabilatation in Livingston, New Jersey at RWJBarnabas Health

Job Title: Secretary Department

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name: Cardiac Rehabilitation

Req #: 0000270525

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $19.70 - $19.70 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

As Secretary Department performs all clerical tasks, new patient scheduling, insurance verification, general filing of POs, invoices, faxing, photocopying, data entry, distribution of phone messages and mail, along with ordering and follow-up of supplies.

As a Secretary Department, a typical day might include the following:

• Answering and redirecting phone calls, managing emails and handling internal and external correspondence
• Preparing agendas, taking accurate meetings and distribute notes afterward
• Drafting, formatting and proofreading memos, letters, reports and administrative forms

• Welcoming patients, families, visitors, and physicians while providing exceptional customer service
• Demonstrating the ability to verify patient’s insurance benefits, obtaining insurance referrals and pre authorizations have been obtained
• Scheduling appointments for patient consultations, procedures and visits with medical personnel and reminding upcoming appointments
• Preparing, organizing, and maintaining reports and unit documentation
• Maintaining clerical operations within all modalities of the department
• Supporting the daily operations of the department by maintaining supplies and ensuring an organized work environment

The Secretary Department role might be for you if:

• You enjoy working in a fast-paced healthcare environment where no two days are the same
• You thrive on staying organized and balancing multiple priorities.
• You communicate clearly and professionally with patients, families, physicians, and colleagues
• You take pride in providing outstanding customer service and compassionate support
• You are comfortable using computers and learning electronic health record systems.
• You enjoy being part of a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care
• You're seeking a healthcare career where your organizational skills directly support clinical excellence

To be considered for this position, candidates must have a High School diploma or equivalent. Minimum of two (2) years secretarial experience. CPAR (Certified Patient Account Representative) preferred. Strong communication, organizational, multitasking, and computer skills are essential, as is the ability to work effectively in a collaborative healthcare environment. Knowledgeable with Microsoft Office and proficient computer skills. Familiarity with office equipment such as copiers and fax machines. Per Diem from 7:00am-3:00pm or 7:30am-3:30pm, flexible to work on a day shift.