Referral Specialist, Practice Based

AdventHealth; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth is seeking a patient-oriented administrative professional in Aurora, CO. The role focuses on coordinating referrals, scheduling procedures and maintaining patient records with compassion and accuracy.

You will work with physicians and care teams to ensure timely processing, while upholding confidentiality and HIPAA requirements in a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Clear and concise communication with coworkers, patients, and physicians.
• Knowledge of electronic medical records and patient databases.
• Able to read government regulations related to hospice care.

Responsibilities

• Communicates clearly with coworkers, patients and physicians to maintain referral integrity and scheduling.
• Updates and processes orders ensuring insurance requirements are met.
• Maintains confidentiality and provides superior customer service across departments.

Skills

Communication

EMR Knowledge

Office Suite

Medical Terminology

Telephone Protocol

Confidentiality

Team Collaboration

CPT-4 Knowledge

ICD-9/10 Knowledge

Problem Solving

Education

High School Grad or Equiv

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR System

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule: Full time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Address: 6069 S Southlands Pkwy

City: Aurora

State: Colorado

Postal Code: 80016

Job Description:

Communicates clearly and concisely with coworkers, patients, and physicians. Demonstrates and conveys a favorable image of the Medical Center and cooperates in a team atmosphere. Consistently works to stay up to date on referral orders to achieve the standard of care. Incorporates patient, physician, and customer needs into decision-making and organizational actions. Answers phone calls promptly, assists patients with questions, and schedules procedures as needed. Maintains referral integrity, processes all orders, and communicates with patients and providers. Checks voice mail and faxes frequently, sorts authorizations/denials, and ensures orders meet insurance requirements. Demonstrates a positive collaborative manner with team members and works well across department boundaries. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrates ability to communicate by reading, writing and typing legibly, speaking and comprehending English effectively in order to carry out job requirements.
• Knowledge of electronic medical record.
• Ability to complete Hospice of the Comforter Orientation and Training, as necessary.
• Knowledge of intermediate to advanced application of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook as well as internet software.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to think critically regarding admission process.
• Knowledge of patient database system.
• Knowledge of telephone protocol.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and to make professional presentations.
• Ability to manage difficult or emotional customer situations.
• Ability to work with culturally diverse groups of both genders.
• Ability to be respectful and non-judgmental in all dealings with all individuals.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret government regulations involving all aspects of hospice care, general business periodicals, professional journals or technical procedures.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of organization/employee/patient/family/caregiver information.
• Ability to write effective correspondence including letters, reports and other documentation.
• Ability to operate standard office machines such as fax, copier, calculator and mail machines.
• Ability to provide superior customer service to all contacts.
• Physician office billing, registration or scheduling experience.
• General knowledge of how to navigate various web-based applications.
• ICD-9/10 Knowledge.
• CPT-4 Knowledge.

Education:

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Work Experience:

• 1+ years of icd-9 and cpt-4 coding experience [Preferred]
• Administrative or clerical experience. Healthcare experience, call center experience or related [Preferred]

Additional Information:

• N/A

Licenses and Certifications:

• N/A

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/23km2677

Pay Range:

$19.97 - $31.95

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.