Associate Patient Care Coordinator | Albany, Oregon

Associate Patient Care CoordinatorExplore opportunities at The Corvallis Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. For more than 75 years, our multi-specialty group has been committed to delivering exceptional care to our patients and fulfilling careers to our team members. As a leading clinic in Oregon's mid-Willamette Valley, we serve more than a quarter-million people with offices in Corvallis, Albany and Philomath. Join a team that empowers you from the start and values work-life balance, teamwork and trust. We offer comprehensive benefits and competitive pay. Elevate your career with us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.The Associate Patient Care Coordinator provides patient care in accordance with established methods and techniques and conforms to recognized standards.Location (Full-Time Onsite): 633 N Albany RD NW, Albany OR 97321May be required to travel to one or multiple locations for coverage as neededSchedule: This is a 40-hour week, 8-hour shift schedule, Monday through Friday between the hours of 7:15 am to 5:00 pm PST. Hours may change due to business needs. The schedule will be determined by the manager upon hire.Primary Responsibilities:Will participate in and maintain a culture within The Corvallis Clinic that is consistent with the content outlined in the Service and Behavioral Standards Handbook. To this end, employees will be expected to read, have familiarity, and embrace the principles contained withinGreets patients for providers, answers the telephone, routing of calls/tasks, books appointments, verify patient insurance coverage, acts as cashier for payments and prepares for appointmentsGreet and check patients in, verify current demographics and insurance coverage. Notifies back-office staff of patient's arrival in a timely mannerWorking knowledge of the referral processUses the correct search criteria to eliminate the creation of duplicate documentation and enters in the EHRContact the assistant or provider promptly when an acutely ill patient either telephones or approaches the reception desk with or without an appointmentDirect patient flow and prepare patients for examsProactively monitors and manages provider schedules for accuracyActively participate in the cleaning of shared work areasParticipate in the orientation and training of new employeesMay work at multiple sites as determined by department necessityAbility to conduct patient outreachPerforms all other duties as assignedWhat 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 HolidaysMedical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving accountDental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase PlanEducation ReimbursementEmployee DiscountsEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Referral Bonus ProgramVoluntary 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 direction 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 or GED1+ years of customer service or healthcare related experienceIntermediate computer proficiency experience (multi-task through multiple applications including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word)Preferred Qualifications:Experience working with an electronic health recordKnowledge of Medical termsExperience working with scheduling programsAbility to work well with providers, clinical staff and patients1+ years of experience working in medical office position performing duties such as scheduling appointments, checking patients in/out, insurance verification, collecting co-pays, and maintaining medical recordsSoft Skills:Ability to work independently and maintain good judgment and accountabilityDemonstrated ability to work well with health care providersStrong organizational and time management skillsAbility to multi-task and prioritize tasks to meet all deadlinesAbility to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environmentExcellent 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 othersPay 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 $16.00 to $29.00 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.