Pain Management Care Navigator – Patient Advocate

Arizona pain doctors; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona Pain Doctors seeks a Patient Care Coordinator to serve as the main liaison between patients, providers, and insurers within the Pain Management Division. You will schedule appointments, manage patient communications, and coordinate procedures to ensure efficient, compassionate care throughout treatment.

You will maintain EMR records, communicate treatment plans and test results, and support billing and administrative duties while upholding HIPAA standards and patient confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in healthcare coordination or pain management preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, insurance verification, and prior authorization processes.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and coordinate patient appointments, follow-up visits, injections, and procedures.
• Maintain accurate patient records in the EMR system.
• Communicate treatment plans, referrals, medical records, test results, and appointment reminders.
• Coordinate care with physicians, nurse practitioners, pharmacies, imaging centers, and referring providers.
• Monitor provider schedules and support efficient patient flow.
• Handle incoming calls, patient concerns, and messages in a professional, courteous, and empathetic manner.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and organizational policies regarding patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Support billing and collections processes by verifying demographic and insurance information.
• Educate patients on clinic procedures, pain management services, and treatment expectations.
• Assist with insurance authorizations and other administrative duties as needed.

Skills

Pain management terminology

Bilingual communication

eClinicalWorks EMR (eCW)

Insurance verification & prior authori

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Arizona Pain Doctors seeks a Patient Care Coordinator to serve as the main liaison between patients, providers, and insurers within the Pain Management Division. You will schedule appointments, manage patient communications, and coordinate procedures to ensure efficient, compassionate care throughout treatment.

You will maintain EMR records, communicate treatment plans and test results, and support billing and administrative duties while upholding HIPAA standards and patient confidentiality.