Referral Coordinator: Streamlined Care Coordination

Socket.dev; Orange Park (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Competitive compensation

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Coastal Health is seeking a reliable Referral Coordinator to join our corporate office in Orange Park, FL. The role focuses on coordinating patient referrals, ensuring timely communication between providers, insurers, and specialty offices, and guiding patients through the referral process.

The ideal candidate will have solid organizational and communication skills and experience in a medical office or healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a medical office, referral coordination, or healthcare administrative role preferred.
• Knowledge of insurance referrals and authorizations preferred.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional, dependable, and team-oriented.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and process patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
• Review referral orders for accuracy and completeness.
• Obtain insurance authorizations and verify referral requirements as needed.
• Communicate with insurance companies, referring providers, and specialty offices.
• Schedule appointments and follow up on outstanding referrals.
• Track referral status to ensure timely completion.
• Communicate referral information and updates to patients.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Identify and resolve referral issues or delays.
• Collaborate with clinical staff, front office teams, and providers.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and follow HIPAA regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Multitasking

Prioritization

Teamwork

Independence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Coastal Health is seeking a reliable Referral Coordinator to join our corporate office in Orange Park, FL. The role focuses on coordinating patient referrals, ensuring timely communication between providers, insurers, and specialty offices, and guiding patients through the referral process.

The ideal candidate will have solid organizational and communication skills and experience in a medical office or healthcare setting.