Posting Summary
Rutgers University Correctional Health Care ( UCHC ) is seeking a Regional Scheduler to work at Adult Diagnostic Treatment Center located in Avenel NJ. Under the guidance of the Administrator the Regional Scheduler processes all consultation requests and related documentation for the facility. The position will interface with the Statewide Ombudsperson on concerns elevated to a state level. Among the key duties for this position are the following: * As the Ombudsperson investigates and problem solves issues raised by inmates family friends and /or advocates concerning issues related to medical and/or dental treatment at the facility. * Develops monthly grievance reports. * Monitors reviews and maintains the Inmate Eligibility System to insure that the information contained in the database is accurate and up-to-date daily. * Follows up with discharge planning with attending physician and Physician I (Site Medical Director). * Works closely with CMS physician advisors and Medical Directors Council to update and maintain policies according to industry standards. * Maintains daily work logs that summarize activity for monthly and yearly reports.
Overview
University Correctional Health Care ( UCHC ) operating within Rutgers The State University of New Jersey is dedicated to excellence in providing physical mental health dental and sex offender treatment services to those involved in the criminal justice systems in New Jersey. UCHC operates with a total budget of $150 million and approximately 1000 staff. We are committed to being a leader in the delivery of effective compassionate and accessible care informed by research within correctional environments. We Care. We Teach. We Heal. We Improve. Rutgers The State University of New Jersey is a leading national research university and the state of New Jerseys preeminent comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766 and celebrating a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016 the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 67000 students and 22000 faculty and staff learn work and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Excel Word and Outlook is preferred.