Remote Healthcare Referral Coordinator

Jobgether; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work within the United States

Healthcare coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development

Well-being resources

Pet benefits

Job summary

Jobgether, partnering with a healthcare provider, is seeking a Referral Specialist Practice Based to coordinate patient referrals and ensure timely access to care. This remote role requires strong communication with patients, physicians, and care teams, and entails managing referrals, authorizations, and documentation within EMR systems.

You will respond to inquiries, schedule procedures, monitor requests, and help maintain accurate records while upholding confidentiality and regulatory

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in healthcare administration or related administrative functions preferred.
• At least one year of ICD-9 and CPT-4 coding experience preferred.
• Familiarity with EMR and patient databases; knowledge of referral management processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to manage multiple referral requests with attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret healthcare regulations and coding systems (ICD-9/ICD-10, CPT-4).
• Experience in scheduling, call centers, or billing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage incoming patient referral orders accurately and timely.
• Monitor referral requests to ensure orders are up to date and timely access to services.
• Communicate with patients, physicians, coworkers, and healthcare professionals about requirements and next steps.
• Answer calls, respond to questions, and schedule procedures or appointments as needed.
• Maintain referral records and verify documentation in EMR and databases.
• Process insurance authorizations and denials; address missing information.
• Ensure referral orders meet insurance requirements and coordinate with parties accordingly.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient and organizational data.
• Support continuous improvements in referral operations and take on additional tasks.
• Complete orientation and training programs as applicable.

Skills

Healthcare administration

Communication skills

ICD-9/CPT-4 coding

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR / patient databases

Web-based applications

Job description

Jobgether, partnering with a healthcare provider, is seeking a Referral Specialist Practice Based to coordinate patient referrals and ensure timely access to care. This remote role requires strong communication with patients, physicians, and care teams, and entails managing referrals, authorizations, and documentation within EMR systems.

You will respond to inquiries, schedule procedures, monitor requests, and help maintain accurate records while upholding confidentiality and regulatory