Description

We are offering a role in the healthcare industry, based in Oakland, California. The position is an Insurance Referral Coordinator, with a primary focus on coordinating patient referrals within a healthcare setting. This is a contract employment opportunity, which will be carried out in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate patient referrals to specialists and follow up on the progress.

• Process insurance referrals and authorizations accurately and in a timely manner.

• Liaise with healthcare providers and insurance companies to ensure smooth referral processes.

• Utilize Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system to update patient records and referral information.

• Apply basic medical terminology knowledge to understand and manage patient cases.

• Communicate effectively with patients to inform them about their referral status and any associated procedures.

• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and confidentiality guidelines while handling patient data.

• Resolve any issues related to referrals and insurance authorizations.

• Work closely with medical front office staff to ensure seamless patient service.

• Continuously learn and stay updated with changes in insurance policies and healthcare regulations.

If you are interested in this role apply today and call us at (510) 470-7450

Requirements

• Possess at least one year of experience in a similar role within the healthcare industry

• Familiarity with medical front office operations

• Proficiency in basic medical terminology

• Ability to handle insurance referrals and coordinate with various healthcare providers

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for liaising between patients, healthcare providers, and insurance companies

• Demonstrated ability to maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA guidelines

• Proficiency in using computer applications relevant to the role, such as Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

• Attention to detail and accuracy in handling patient data and insurance information

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team

• Availability to work flexible hours, if required.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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