Administrative Assistant, Full-Time, Days Req #: 0000200377
Category: Clerical / Administrative Support
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Community Medical Center
Department: Physical Therapy
Location: CMC Support, 99 Highway 37 West, Toms River, NJ 08755

Job Overview:

The Administrative Assistant for Physical Therapy will 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 equivalent with some college preferred,Computer skills in EPIC EMR, Microsoft Office, Excel, and Power PointSuccessful completion of site personnel general orientation, successful completion of department specific orientation

Scheduling Requirements:

Monday Friday 8:00am-4:30pmNo weekends or holidays

Essential Functions:

Manages front desk operations in the rehab services department and performs diversified administrative duties.Communicate in person or by telephone to schedule appointments, receive and direct referrals, clarify diagnoses and give or receive informationCoordinate community cab transportation for outpatient appointments as neededWork with insurance companies to verify coverageEnter authorization and pre-certification information in the registration systemCoordinate appointment changes and cancelationsCompete monthly outpatient re-registrationPrepare daily, weekly and monthly statisticsRoute new orders within the departmentPrepare evaluation forms as neededPerform computer functionsAssist in the orientation of department personnel to clerical responsibilities and computer systemPrepare and/or type other reports and correspondence,Maintain filesHandle, distribute and release outpatient recordsDirect mail and handles correspondencePhotocopy and fax forms, reports and documentsMaintain 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 InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary 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