Care Coordination Specialist - Primary Care & Referrals

InterCommunity Health Care; East Hartford (CT); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Zusammenfassung

InterCommunity Health Care in East Hartford, CT, is seeking a dedicated Care Coordinator to join our primary care team. The role focuses on coordinating referrals between primary and specialty care, including imaging, procedures, and transportation services to ensure seamless, comprehensive patient care.

The ideal candidate will have a medical background, familiarity with medical terminology, and experience with electronic medical records.

Qualifikationen

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, procedures, and medications.
• Proficiency in using electronic medical records and other healthcare software.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completing a medical assistant program (CCMA, RMA) is preferred.
• At least 1-2 years of experience working in a medical setting.

Aufgaben

• Schedule patient appointments and coordinate referrals to specialists including imaging services, ensuring timely follow-up and completion of all referrals.
• Arrange transportation for patients who require assistance getting to their appointments.
• Facilitate communication and care by providing correspondence to patients, specialists, and other healthcare providers as needed.
• Obtain prior authorizations for imaging, medications, and other services, ensuring that all documentation is completed accurately.
• Document referrals, tracking patient progress and outcomes, and ensuring that all patients receive the necessary support.
• Communicate regularly with patients to explain their care plans and address any questions or concerns, promoting patient engagement and understanding.
• Participate in agency-sponsored in-services, workshops, conferences, and meetings to enhance professional skills and stay informed about current medical practices and trends.
• Perform essential medical assistant duties, including rooming patients, taking vital signs, updating electronic medical records, conducting phlebotomy, and performing point-of-care testing as needed.
• Assist at the front desk as required, which includes answering phones, checking patients in and out, and scanning/indexing documents.

Jobbeschreibung

InterCommunity Health Care in East Hartford, CT, is seeking a dedicated Care Coordinator to join our primary care team. The role focuses on coordinating referrals between primary and specialty care, including imaging, procedures, and transportation services to ensure seamless, comprehensive patient care.

The ideal candidate will have a medical background, familiarity with medical terminology, and experience with electronic medical records.