Job Information
Trinity Health Scheduler/ Unit Clerk in Woodlyn, Pennsylvania
Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Description:
The primary purpose of your job position is to coordinate and schedule external appointments for all participants at the PACE Organization (PO). The scheduler will prepare schedules according to the participant needs and the participant's care plan designed by the interdisciplinary team. Works closely with the transportation department, participants, caregivers, and center staff.
Trinity Health LIFE Kinder Park a member of Trinity Health PACE, is seeking a full time Scheduler. Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) coordinate and provide all needed preventive, primary, acute and long-term care services so that older individuals can continue living in the community. PACE is an innovative model that enables individuals who are 55 years old or older and certified by their state to need nursing home care to live as independently as possible. Through PACE, today’s fragmented health care financing and delivery
system comes together to serve the unique needs of each individual in a way that makes sense to the frail elderly, their informal caregivers,health care providers and policy makers.
Many PACE participants get most of their care from staff employed by the PACE organization in the PACE center. PACE centers meet State and Federal safety requirements and include adult day programs, medical clinics, activities, and occupational and physical therapy facilities.
Trinity Health LIFE Kinder Park provides a competitive compensation and benefit package that complements this opportunity for personal
growth and professional advancement. This position reports to Clinic/ Nurse Manager.
Scheduler
Position Title: Scheduler
Location: Kinder Park, Woodlyn PA
Hours : Full Time
Position Purpose:
The Scheduler will coordinate and schedule external appointments for all participants at the PACE Organization (PO). This role involves preparing schedules in line with participant needs and care plans as designed by the interdisciplinary team, and working closely with the transportation department, participants, caregivers, and center staff.
What You Will Do:
Demonstrate the Mission, Vision, Values, and Guiding Behaviors of Trinity Health and Trinity Health PACE (TH PACE) in all interactions.
Create and maintain a warm, calm environment in the office.
Collaborate across all divisions within TH PACE.
Adhere to established policies, procedures, and work schedules.
Foster a team environment and resolve conflicts.
Maintain knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
Be prepared for disaster recovery and crisis management as needed.
Attend required training sessions.
Maintain accurate participant schedules and update them as necessary.
Communicate effectively with all departments regarding participant appointments.
Ensure accuracy in scheduling and participant education.
Utilize electronic scheduling systems and track agency personnel training.
Review and approve agency invoices in the manager's absence.
Create necessary authorizations and remind participants/caregivers of appointments.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's Degree preferred.
At least one year of scheduling experience.
Experience working with a frail or elderly population is preferred.
Compliance with health requirements as specified by state regulations.
Strong business acumen, conflict management, customer focus, and decision-making skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and scheduling systems.
High degree of personal accountability and independent decision-making ability.
Superior organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
Problem-solving skills and flexibility in work priorities.
Ability to travel up to 10% within the center's geographic region.
Position Highlights and Benefits:
Collaborative and supportive work environment.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
Ministry/Facility Information:
Join us in making a difference in the lives of our participants by ensuring they receive the care and services they need. Apply today to become a valued member of our team!
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
EOE including disability/veteran