Transfer Center Scheduler, EMS
Company: University Hospital, Newark NJ
Role summary
Transfer Center Scheduler, EMS is a full-time role at University Hospital, Newark NJ in Newark, New Jersey, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-18. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.
- Job title
- Transfer Center Scheduler, EMS
- Company
- University Hospital, Newark NJ
- Location
- Newark, New Jersey, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Healthcare Support
- Experience level
- 0-2
- Degree required
- No
- Date posted
- 2026-08-18
You’ll be the central point of contact for coordinating emergency patient transfers at a fast-paced university hospital. It’s a great opportunity to jump into the healthcare field without needing a degree, offering a steady full-time schedule and the chance to make a real difference in patient outcomes.
Job description
Overview
About the Role
The primary purpose of the Transfer Center Scheduler position is to function as a receptionist and scheduler/registrar for the University Hospital's Transfer Center including scheduling, confirming, maintaining, and monitoring patient transfers and discharges, registration, receptionist activities and other general duties.
Responsibilities
What You’ll Do
Coordinates appropriate and timely transportation requests.
ccurately confirms, maintains, and monitors patients’ transfer and/or discharge.
Pre-registers transfer patients completely and accurately in the EPIC and StatCall software.
Coordinates with Bed Management and Ambulance Communication for timely transfer, appropriate bed assignment or discharging of patient.
Documents and records ambulance arrival times into StatCall software.
acilitates routine, non-clinical transportation requests such as, lab work, records, surgical trays, etc.
Develops and maintains good customer relations skills consistent with the department’s guidelines.
Qualifications
What You’ll Bring
High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferred.
Minimum of one (1) year of experience in patient registration and/or scheduling required.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
Excellent customer service skills required.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and communication skills.
Professional telephone etiquette required.
Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to present information clearly and effectively in one-on-one and small group settings.
Knowledge of EPIC and StatCall software preferred.
What We Offer
Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
Dental & Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Pension Plan
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Professional Development
Compensation (NJ Job Transparency Law)
In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Act, the hourly range for this position is TC/1550: Probationary Rate $23.48- Job Rate $23.98- Two (2) Year Rate $24.70.University Hospital considers multiple factors when determining compensation, including (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s relevant work experience, education and training, key skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational needs.
About Us
University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation.
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We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you want to grow your career in healthcare while serving a vibrant community, we’d love to meet you
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