Associate Patient Care Coordinator

Associate Patient Care Coordinator

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Associate Patient Care Coordinator functions as an integral member of the team and is the first point of contact for all people inquiring about the provider's practice. The primary role is to organize the practice's daily activities and paperwork. The Associate Patient Care Coordinator is responsible for the completion of set processes and protocols. Works cooperatively with all members of the care team to support the vision and mission of the organization, deliver excellent customer service and adhere to Lean processes. Supports the teams in meeting financial, clinical and service goals.

Working Hours: Monday - Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Location: 904 7th Avenue, Third Floor (OBGYN Office) Seattle, WA 98104

Primary Responsibilities:

• Exhibits empathy, courtesy, competence, efficiency and care
• Schedules appointments and procedures, following standard guidelines
• Uses multiple computer and phone systems to fulfill patient needs over the phone
• Verifies patient information, while documenting in their Electronic Health Record (EPIC)
• Advises patients of their responsibilities regarding insurance and referral information
• Greet customers into the practice and provide instruction and/or direction as necessary on the phone
• Schedule and coordinate all patient appointments as directed
• Assists patients with signing in and completing registration
• Answers incoming phone calls in a courteous and prompt manner; directs calls and takes messages
• Collecting co-pays and past due balances aligning with Optum payment policies
• Ability to maintain a work queue list- complete any pending actions i.e. referrals, scheduling appointments
• Check In and Check Out patients
• Prepare all documentation and records with accuracy as directed or necessary for the patient's care
• Meet or exceed the performance measures established by the Practice Management Department
• Responsible for completing intake of new pregnant patients
• Follow establish policy and procedures related to the position
• Participate and contribute to a team-based environment
• Maintain a team supportive attendance record
• Understand and deliver quality customer service that is consistent with the Polyclinic's efforts in becoming a High-Performance Organization
• Follow OSHA/WISHA (including usage of PPE) guidelines
• Follow HIPAA regulations
• All employees are expected to keep abreast of current medical requirements relevant to their position, which includes maintaining patient confidentiality and abiding by all HIPAA and OSHA requirements
• Adapt and perform effectively in a continuously changing environment, and in occasional difficult situations
• Performs other duties as assigned

What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group? Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include:

• Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays
• Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account
• Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
• 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
• 1+ years of experience with computer proficiency (multi-tasking through multiple applications including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word)
• 1+ years of customer service or healthcare related experience
• Ability to answer multiple phone calls

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience working in a medical office position performing duties such as scheduling appointments, checking patients in/out, insurance verification, collecting co-pays and balances due, and maintaining medical records or the medical field
• 1+ years of experience working knowledge of Epic EMR software
• Experience taking inbound and outbound calls
• Knowledge of OBGYN terminology, women's health and fertility issues

Soft Skills:

• Ability to work independently and maintain good judgment and accountability
• Demonstrated ability to work well with health care providers
• Strong organizational and time management skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks to meet all deadlines
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to speak clearly and concisely, conveying information in a manner that others can understand, as well as ability to understand and interpret information from others

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.15 to $28.80 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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