Patient Access & Referral Coordinator

Talentify; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive environment

Competitive wages

Paid Time Off

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Hospice of the Valley is seeking a New Patient Coordinator in Phoenix to provide exceptional patient service for the Geriatric Solutions program. You will process new referrals, verify insurance eligibility with billing, and coordinate scheduling for first visits in the EMR.

You will work with a team to manage patient intake, maintain files, and ensure HIPAA-compliant handling of sensitive information, while delivering compassionate support to families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Must be proficient using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and possess intermediate level skills on Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Serves as expert resource on Geriatric Solutions services.
• Manages referral process to ensure referrals are identified and processed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Creates patient account in the EMR.
• Coordinates with billing team to verify, document, and communicate commercial insurance eligibility.
• Collaborates with Medical Assistants and/or Schedulers to schedule patient’s first appointment.
• Ensures all patient intake forms are completed.
• Monitors incoming referrals by fax, email, telephone, and web submission.
• Maintains New Patient files and documentation.
• Handles sensitive information and abides by HIPAA standards.
• Ensures all necessary paperwork is collected and verified.
• Calls referring offices to gather missing or undocumented information.
• Calls the referred patient to gather missing information.
• Establishes and maintains positive customer relationships.
• Provides administrative support to Geriatric Solutions team.
• Maintains professional knowledge and enhances professional skills.
• Adheres to high standards of personal and professional conduct.

Skills

EMR proficiency

Microsoft Office

Customer service

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Athena

Job description

Hospice of the Valley is seeking a New Patient Coordinator in Phoenix to provide exceptional patient service for the Geriatric Solutions program. You will process new referrals, verify insurance eligibility with billing, and coordinate scheduling for first visits in the EMR.

You will work with a team to manage patient intake, maintain files, and ensure HIPAA-compliant handling of sensitive information, while delivering compassionate support to families.