Patient Referral Coordinator & Scheduling Specialist

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous paid time off

Excellent medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Universal Hospital Services Inc. in Sparks, NV is seeking a Referral Specialist to review and coordinate external patient referrals for admission to facility programming. You will evaluate the facility’s capacity to meet referred patients’ needs and communicate with clinics, patients and providers.

The role requires two years of healthcare experience, strong communication, and the ability to schedule tests, pre-authorize procedures, and pre-certify with insurers within tight timelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a healthcare or clinical setting.
• Communicates effectively with clinics and hospital.
• Schedules tests and referral appointments within 24 hours from receiving the physician order.
• Pre-certifies appropriate tests with insurance companies within 48 hours of physician order.

Responsibilities

• Review referrals and coordinate external patient referrals for admission to facility programming.
• Provide accurate evaluation of facility capacity and capability to meet referred patients’ needs.
• Communicate with clinics, referred clinics, and patients.
• Schedule referrals, tests, and pre-authorizations as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Healthcare coordination

Referral management

Scheduling

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Universal Hospital Services Inc. in Sparks, NV is seeking a Referral Specialist to review and coordinate external patient referrals for admission to facility programming. You will evaluate the facility’s capacity to meet referred patients’ needs and communicate with clinics, patients and providers.

The role requires two years of healthcare experience, strong communication, and the ability to schedule tests, pre-authorize procedures, and pre-certify with insurers within tight timelines.