Patient Care Coordinator: Call Center & Referrals

ORTHOPAEDIC INSTITUTE OF HENDERSON, LLP; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Orthopaedic Institute of Henderson, LLP is seeking a reliable Call Center/Referral Specialist to support patient care coordination and our clinical team. This role manages inbound and outbound calls, schedules appointments, processes referrals and medical records, verifies insurance eligibility, and delivers excellent customer service while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.

You will coordinate with physicians, medical assistants, and administrative staff to ensure timely referrals and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; medical office training preferred.
• Experience in medical office, call center, or referral roles preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication with an empathetic phone manner.
• Familiarity with EHR systems and insurance portals.

Responsibilities

• Answer calls promptly and professionally; outbound scheduling, confirmations, and follow-ups.
• Schedule, reschedule, and cancel appointments based on physician availability.
• Provide appointment reminders and pre-appointment instructions.
• Monitor voicemails, document messages, and complete timely follow-up.
• Enter referrals into the EHR and coordinate with the medical team.
• Verify insurance eligibility and coverage prior to appointments.
• Confirm co-pays, authorizations, and benefits; communicate issues to patients.
• Update insurance and eligibility information in patient records.
• Process medical record requests in HIPAA-compliant manner.
• Retrieve and fulfill records for patients, insurers, and third parties.
• Contact patients regarding outstanding balances professionally.
• Provide clear information on office policies, procedures, and services.
• Assist patients with insurance benefits and potential costs.
• Maintain accurate demographic, appointment, referral, and insurance data in the EHR.
• Collaborate with physicians, medical assistants, and administrative staff.
• Support front desk operations as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy in calls

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EHR systems

Insurance portals

Microsoft Office

Job description

Orthopaedic Institute of Henderson, LLP is seeking a reliable Call Center/Referral Specialist to support patient care coordination and our clinical team. This role manages inbound and outbound calls, schedules appointments, processes referrals and medical records, verifies insurance eligibility, and delivers excellent customer service while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.

You will coordinate with physicians, medical assistants, and administrative staff to ensure timely referrals and