Branch Coordinator - TELEWORK

Apria Healthcare; United States; Remote; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Teammate Assistance Program

Paid parental leave

Domestic partner benefits

Well-being programs

Job summary

Accendra Health is seeking a detail-focused office support staffer to assist daily branch operations. This telecommuting role involves gathering insurance information, answering customer inquiries, and coordinating with the sales team to ensure smooth service delivery.

Ideal candidates have strong organizational and communication skills, plus at least two years of office experience. The position supports scheduling, data entry, and billing-related tasks for patient equipment orders.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least two years related experience in an office environment is preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with Sales team, referrals and patients to gather missing documentation to meet insurance guidelines.
• Answer calls to provide information, troubleshoot issues and coordinate resolutions with the branch team.
• Perform intake processing, verify insurance, obtain authorization of equipment per payor guidelines, and manage data entry tasks.
• Confirm post-delivery work orders and assist with scheduling, deliveries, and pickups.
• Support with documentation retrieval for billing and audit purposes; assist with overnight programs as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Phone skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Communication tech

Compliance awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

At Accendra Health, we understand that healthcare is complex, and we’re here to make it easier. We help deliver care beyond traditional settings, making essential products and services more accessible through every stage of life. As part of the care team, our teammates play a critical role in delivering personalized, long-term care for the patients we serve.

With deep expertise promoting health outside the hospital and a presence in communities nationwide through our Apria and Byram Healthcare brands, Accendra Health does more than just deliver the essentials.

If you’re interested in meaningful work with impact, explore our career opportunities and join us in our purpose of Bringing Care To Life™.

JOB SUMMARY

The purpose of this position is to offer support to the daily operations of the Branch Office and Branch Manager(s). This role is eligible for telecommuting.

The anticipated hourly range for this position is $16.66 - $20.97.The actual compensation offered may vary based on job related factors such as experience, skills, education and location.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with Sales team, referrals and/or patients to gather missing documentation/information to meet insurance guidelines.

• Answers phone calls from customers to provide introductory information to new customers, determine the quickest, most effective ways to answer a customer’s questions, troubleshoot common issues with a product or service, work with the branch team and other departments to find appropriate resolutions, and elevate queries and concerns when necessary.

• Perform several processing duties for the Branch as necessary including, but not limited to creating and working with intakes, reviewing ACIS screens to assist customers; and confirming delivery appointments, verifying insurance, obtaining authorization of equipment based on payor guidelines, completing tasks in processing tools, monitoring faxes and performing data entry document triage.

• Perform post-delivery work order confirmation and data entry.

• Perform initial outbound calls, faxes, SMS texting to patients and referrals on receipt of orders.

• May conduct downloads of recording devices such as apnea monitors, oximeters, CPAP devices, and other respiratory equipment as directed.

• Handle requests for audit/documentation purposes.May assist with document retrieval for billing purposes

• Support overnight oximetry program.

• Collect credit card/billing information as needed.

• Assist with patient schedulingfor delivery and pick up of equipment.

• Carry out filing, and faxing records on a routine basis.

• In addition to set up or return of equipment, may instruct patients, complete paperwork, explain insurance and out-of-pocket expenses, handle payments.

• May perform outbound customer satisfaction calls to patients and referrals.

• Order inventory or office supplies.

• Performs other duties as required.

• Meets company minimum standard of Background Check

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least two years related experience in an office environment is preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations

• N/A

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Good organizational skills.
• Strong customer relations/problem solving.
• Strong phone skills.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively via phone using technology software electronically.
• If participating in coordination, delivery, function testing or downloads of respiratory equipment, all applicable competency testing must be completed prior to conducting those activities.

Computer Skills

• Microsoft Office programs.
• Basic printing/faxing/scanning.

Language Skills

• English (reading, writing, verbal).

Mathematical Skills

• Basic Math Skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of DOT/FDA Regulations.

Language Skills

• Bilingual (reading, writing, verbal).

Other Skills

• Previous interaction with the Public in a service management industry.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee uses his/her hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision and distance vision. Must be able to travel by plane and automobile (if applicable). Possible lifting of equipment up to 50 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed remotely

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Teammate Benefits

As an Accendra Health employee, you have choices to fit your life. Our comprehensive benefits program is designed to meet you where you are — through all of life’s stages. We’ve got you and your family covered with benefits that support your health, finances, and overall wellness.

Our benefits program includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision care coverage
• Paid time off plan
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic life insurance
• Short-and long-term disability coverage
• Accident insurance
• Teammate Assistance Program
• Paid parental leave
• Domestic partner benefits
• Mental, physical, and financial well-being programs

Accendra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.

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