Referral Coordinator

Description

The Referral Coordinator prepares clinical data for physician/IPP/CBO approval and obtains authorizations; acts as liaison between patient, medical assistant, physician, IPP, CMS Department and Central Business Office.

Requirements

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

License/ Certifications:

• N/A

Experience:

• One year experience with medical terminology, coding and medical charting.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Operates all general business equipment and assists office with all clerical needs.
• Knowledge of grammar, spelling, coding and medical terminology.
• Proper telephone etiquette.
• Ability to read, understands, and follow oral and written instruction.
• General knowledge of healthcare insurance benefit and terminology.
• Demonstrates the ability to read, write and speak English and Spanish without an interpreter.
• In addition, the incumbent may travel via personal vehicle throughout the community as well as between other Clinical facilities and departments

Compensation and Benefits: 

Pay Range: $22.00 - $24.50 per hour

Healthcare & Childcare Benefits: available first of the month following start date

• Medical (Anthem HMO & PPO)

• Dental (PPO)

• Vision (PPO/VSP)

• FSA - Pre-tax benefit for health care expenses

• FSA Dependent Care - Pre-tax benefit to put toward childcare or other dependent expenses

• Mental Health - Employee Assistance Program & access to meditation resources through Calm

Paid Time Off:

Approximately 25 days off per year, based upon time off accrued and full-time hours

Financial Wellness - Retirement & Investment:

• 401(k) (Vanguard) - eligible first of the month following 30 days, with company match after 1 year of service

• Profit-sharing

Other Benefits:

• Potential option to work remote one-day per week

• Pet Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Student Loan Forgiveness through National Health Service Corps and Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

St. Jude Neighborhood Health Centers is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive environment. We value diversity and believe that we are strengthened by the differences in our experiences, thinking, culture, and background. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any protected basis.