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IMS is searching for a professional, compassionate, and knowledgeable individual to fill the position of Referral Coordinator in our Cardiology clinic in Avondale. The Referral Coordinator is responsible for the administration and coordination of referrals, authorizations and maintaining updated documentation, and submitting requests to the different specialty medical clinics.
Job Responsibility:
Responsible for verifying, obtaining referrals and authorizations by insurance companies dependent upon the plan coverage for all patients
Contacts patients for updated insurance information, where applicable and coordinates with the Financial Counselor information needed for all patients. Special emphasis for patients who are non-covered or under insured
Prepares reports of daily activity as requested for management
Assists management in month end reporting as requested
Works patient treatment schedules at least daily but in advance as time allows
Performs financial reviews and calculations based upon information received from the insurance company or plan, assists with logistical and/or clerical problem resolution related to the patient’s medical record, authorization and billing issues
Performs new patient referrals for the practice
Requirements:
Minimum of 3 years of medical office/hospital setting experience
EMR Athena experience required
Proficient with medical terminology and insurance plan coverage/determination
1 year Customer Service
Strong oral communication skills
Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with peers and physicians
Comfortable working with technology and computers
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to multitask
Keeps a professional manner when answering the phone at all times
Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential
The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner
Perform other duties as assigned
High School Diploma or GED
Nice to have:
Bilingual in Spanish strongly preferred
Good computer skills and being familiar with Microsoft (Word and Excel)
Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
What we offer:
Generous compensation package including medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, paid time off and a very lucrative 401K plan