Practice Assistant Req #: 0000200061
Category: Leadership
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
Department: Pain Management Center
Salary: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour
Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr, 201 LYONS AVENUE, NEWARK, NJ 07112-2027

Job Title: Practice Assistant

Location: Newark Beth Israel Med Ctr

Department: Pain Management Center

Req#: 0000200061

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Salary Range: $22.00 - $27.00 Hourly

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly range for this position if hired to work.

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.

Job Overview:

Qualification

Performs all patient related administrative and clerical duties necessary to assist the heath care team to provide patient care. Acts as a liaison between patients and the clinical team. Involves direct patient interaction as well as effective communication and coordination with other healthcare providers and departments.

Required:

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Must have prior healthcare experience Proficiency in clinical information systems (e.g. Epic) Strong communication and organizational skills.

Preferred:

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):

N/A

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

Full-Time Day 37.5 Hour Work Week

Essential Functions:

Checks patients in and out of the center in a courteous and professional manner Daily telephone management (incoming calls, return calls to patient, voice mail, appointment confirmation calls,etc.) Scheduling and managing appointments including acting as a liaison between the practice, providers, and hospital departments who refer patients to the Pain Center Ensures and maintains adequate inventory of office supplies, medical supplies, and equipment Management of mailings such as referral and pre-appointment information Assist with pre-authorizations and billing for procedures, radiology, and medications where appropriate. Assist clinical staff with patient communications regarding pharmacy, medical supplies and medical inquiries Manages policies and procedures for the practice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision InsuranceRetirement Plans Short & Long Term Disability Life & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition 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