Referral Coordinator

CenterWell; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

CenterWell is seeking a Referral Coordinator/HIMS to schedule and pre-register patients for exams and procedures with external specialists. The role supports a TB screening program and requires strong medical terminology knowledge and EMR proficiency.

You will communicate prep instructions to patients and referring providers, follow defined policies with some discretion, and maintain accurate records in EMR systems. The position offers full-time hours with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Less than 3 years of hands-on healthcare experience in a clinical setting.
• Proficient with medical terminology and EMR systems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records and patient communications.
• Excellent professional communication abilities with patients and staff.
• Willingness to be screened for TB as part of program participation.
• Passionate about improving consumer experiences in healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and pre-register patients for exams and procedures with external specialists.
• Gather and communicate patient prep instructions to patients and referring providers.
• Work within defined policies with some discretion on prioritization and timing.
• Maintain clear documentation and accuracy in EMR systems.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Medical terminology

MS Office

Electronic Medical Records

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare or Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Become a part of our caring community

The Referral Coordinator/HIMS schedules and pre-registers patients for exams and procedures with specialists and providers outside of the primary care physician's office. The Referral Coordinator/HIMS performs varied activities and moderately complex administrative/operational/customer support assignments. Perform computations. Typically work on semi-routine assignments.

The Referral Coordinator gathers and communicates all relative information and preparation instructions to patient and referring providers. Decisions are typically focus on interpretation of area/department policy and methods for completing assignments. Work within defined parameters to identify work expectations and quality standards, but has some latitude over prioritization/timing. Follow standard policies that allow for some opportunity for interpretation/deviation and independent discretion.

Use your skills to make an impact

Required Qualifications

• Less than 3 years of hands-on healthcare experience in a clinical setting, preferably within the Medicare population
• Proficient with medical terminology
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records
• Excellent professional communication abilities, at all levels within the organization and with patients, at all times
• This role is considered patient facing and is part of the company's Tuberculosis (TB) screening program. If selected for this role, you will be required to be screened for TB
• Must be passionate about contributing to an organization focused on continuously improving consumer experiences

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Healthcare or Business Administration
• Knowledge of ICD 10 and CPT coding
• Referral experience
• Medical Assistant or Professional State Certifications related to healthcare
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Additional Information:

This role is considered patient-facing and is part of the company's Tuberculosis (TB) screening program. If selected for this role, you will be required to be screened for TB.

Interview Format: HireVue:

As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we will be using an interviewing technology called HireVue to enhance our hiring and decision-making ability. HireVue allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information from you pertaining to your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for your schedule.

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Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc. $40,000 - $52,300 per yearThis job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

About Us

About CenterWell Senior Primary Care: CenterWell Senior Primary Care provides proactive, preventive care to seniors, including wellness visits, physical exams, chronic condition management, screenings, minor injury treatment and more. Our unique care model focuses on personalized experiences, taking time to listen, learn and address the factors that impact patient well-being. Our integrated care teams, which include physicians, nurses, behavioral health specialists and more, spend up to 50 percent more time with patients, providing compassionate, personalized care that brings better health outcomes. We go beyond physical health by also addressing other factors that can impact a patient’s well-being.About CenterWell, a Humana company: CenterWell is a leading healthcare services business focused on creating integrated and differentiated experiences that put our patients at the center of everything we do. The result is high-quality healthcare that is accessible, comprehensive and, most of all, personalized. As the largest provider of senior-focused primary care, a leading provider of home healthcare and a leading integrated home delivery, specialty, hospice and retail pharmacy, CenterWell is focused on whole health and addressing the physical, emotional and social wellness of our patients. CenterWell is part of Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM). Learn more about what we offer atCenterWell.com.

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