Referral Specialist

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, Inc.; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 53,726,000 - 66,125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health insurance

Profit sharing

403(b) retirement plan

PTO and paid holidays

Telemedicine

Job summary

Yakima Medical-Dental Clinic in Yakima, WA is seeking a Referral Specialist to manage referral workflows, assist with patient referrals, and handle insurance authorizations. The role supports a broad range of services in a community health setting.

The position offers 1.0 FTE (40 hours/week) with bilingual differential potential and generous benefits, including employer-paid health insurance and retirement options. Evening and weekend hours may be required to meet patient needs.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manages work queues regarding referral activity daily to ensure timely processing and completion.
• Assists with patient referrals for additional services with internal and external facilities.
• Assists with patient insurance authorization.
• Assists with appointment setup as needed.
• Coordinates follow up between referral source and patient.
• Ensures chart notes and follow up documentation are linked to referrals.
• Provides translated educational materials and directions to patients when necessary.
• Processes incoming correspondence and responds to calls, emails, and faxes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Strong organizational skills

Prioritize workload

Flexible hours

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree or Certificate (preferred)

Job description

17300

Yakima Medical-Dental Clinic in Yakima, WA

Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! We've transformed into a leading community health center in the Pacific Northwest with 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon. We offer a wide range of services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical/dental clinics.

Job Brief

Referral Specialist Yakima, WA

Employment duration: Full time

Exempt Status: Non-exempt

Offer Relocation?: No

ID: 17300

Join our team as a Referral Specialist at Yakima Medical-Dental Clinic in Yakima, WA

Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! We've transformed into a leading community health center in the Pacific Northwest with 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon. We offer a wide range of services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical/dental clinics.

We invite you to explore our short clips, " are Yakima - WE are Family " and " ," for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families!

Position Highlights

• 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
• $18.75-$22.97/hour DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates
• Additional pay for your bilingual skills, paid on hours worked
• 100% employer-paid health insurance, including medical, dental, vision, Rx, 24/7 telemedicine
• Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available
• Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more!

What You’ll Do

• Manages work queues regarding referral activity on a daily basis to ensure timely processing and/or completion
• Assists with patient referrals for additional services needed with internal and external medical facilities
• Assists with patient insurance authorization
• Assists with appointment setup as needed
• Coordinates follow up between referral source and patient
• Ensures chart notes and follow up documentation is linked to referral
• Provides translated educational materials and directions to patients when necessary
• Processes incoming correspondence and responds to calls, emails, and faxes
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• Associates Degree or Certificate from an accredited technical school preferred
• One year's experience working in an office setting, preferably a medical or dental office
• Two year's experience working in a medical and/or dental front office setting, with insurance referrals and authorizations preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required at a level 9
• This position is eligible for Bilingual Differential Compensation when an ALTA score of 9 is achieved.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn medical terminology required
• Ability to prioritize work, handle a variety of tasks simultaneously and complete projects in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

Our Mission Statement

“Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being.”

Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.

Visit our website at to learn more about our organization!