Chart Coordinator, Perioperative Support Services in Livingston, New Jersey at RWJBarnabas Health

Job Title: Chart Coordinator

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name: Perioperative Support Services

Req #: 0000264416

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $22.00 - $32.50 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.

Chart Coordinator prepares and organizes all perioperative medical records prior to the scheduled day of surgery, to facilitate preparation of patients for surgery and special procedures upon admission.

As Chart Coordinator, a typical day might include the following:

• Answering phone calls and e-mails, greeting patients, visitors
• Performing secretarial support functions as required in the department
• Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to promote efficient workflows and positive patient experiences
• Communicating with other departments, and works closely with pre-admission testing to ensure the continuity of patient data collection
• Completing unit-based competencies as per JCAHO and other regulatory agencies
• Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to promote efficient workflows and positive patient experiences
• Generating new work methods and procedures to facilitate chart preparation,
• Maintaining a high level of confidentiality when dealing with patients and co-workers
• Organizing and documenting patient information in accordance with established procedure
• Supporting the daily operations of the department by maintaining supplies and ensuring an organized work environment

This 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. Strong communication, organizational, multitasking, and computer skills are essential, as is the ability to work effectively in a collaborative healthcare environment. At least two (2) years of administrative and secretarial experience in office setting within a large institution. Per Diem as needed-must be available and flexible with schedule- Monday-Friday, the hours can be from 6:00am-2:00pm, 8:00am-4:00pm, 9:00am-5:00pm.