Patient Care Coordinator I at Shawnee Health Service

, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jul, 26

Salary

16.0

Posted On

02 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Computer Proficiency, Problem Solving, Communication Skills, Documentation, Patient Coordination, Insurance Processing, EHR Management, Referral Management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Shawnee Health – Patient Care Coordinator I Join Southern Illinois’ leading healthcare organization, with over 380 team members who believe that in taking care of each other and our patients and clients, we create new opportunities for success and bring big dreams to life. Shawnee Health is seeking a Patient Care Coordinator I for our Shawnee Health office. This position reports directly to the Patient Care Coordinator Supervisor. Position eligible for remote upon completion of initial probation. Responsibilities * Schedule medical referrals, diagnostic tests and treatments ordered by provider and assure that the patient has been notified, understands directions, and completes all documentation in the patient’s Electronic Medical Records. * Reviews and selects medical records pertinent to referrals, diagnostic tests and treatments to be sent with order to provider or facility * Completes the pre-authorizations process with insurance companies as it relates to the referral and/or diagnostic test scheduled. * Follows up on referrals and diagnostic tests ordered to ensure completion and the receipt of all reports including consult notes and test results. * Notify provider of referrals or tests that have not been completed by patient. * Works to complete EHR task as assigned * Works directly with the social service team assisting with the identification of patients with special needs including but not limited to: financial assistance, transportation, pharmaceutical assistance, interpretation, or special accommodations. Requirements Must be competent in the use of computers Must be capable of independent problem solving Must be able to work with little direct supervision Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills Starting salary – $16.00 Full-time employee benefits include: * 12 vacation days earned in the first year * 11 paid personal days/holidays per calendar year * 6 sick days earned per year * Retirement plan with 3% company contribution after becoming eligible in the plan (a matching contribution by the employee is not required to receive this benefit). Additional profit-sharing contributions to the retirement plan are possible. Employee deferrals to the 401(k) and Roth plan available * Health and dental insurance with employer contribution * $50,000 in life insurance at no cost to the employee * Company provided long-term disability insurance at no cost to the employee * Other supplemental insurance policies available for purchase by the employee

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Responsibilities

The Patient Care Coordinator I is responsible for scheduling medical referrals, diagnostic tests, and treatments, ensuring patients are notified and understand directions. They also follow up on referrals and assist with identifying patients with special needs.