Associate Patient Care Coordinator

**Requisition number:** 2373602 **Job category:** Healthcare Delivery, Patient Services 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.** **Reliant Central Check-In** has an immediate opening for a friendly, patient focused and detailed oriented Patient Service Specialist to join our team. 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. **Schedule (FT, 38.75 hours):** Monday through Friday, will work 7.75 hrs per day Monday - Friday between the hours of 7:30am to 5pm. The schedule will be determined by the practice manager upon hire. **Location** : **380 Maple Avenue Shrewsbury MA** **Primary Responsibilities:** + Verifies, re-verifies, and authorizes patient insurance coverage and eligibility utilizing computer-based patient registration/scheduling systems. Verifies and updates demographic, insurance, and other patient information. Confirms, collects, and posts patient co-payments and other outstanding balances + Reviews insurance denials to find errors + Maintains records and makes daily cash deposit as assigned + Identifies problem related priorities, and responds to emergency needs by contacting/interrupting physician/provider within guidelines + Resolves patients' questions regarding clinic schedules and billing concerns; handles requests for prescription refills, reschedules appointments, etc + Notifies providers, patients and others of changes such as new scheduling, re-scheduling, no-show, emergency appointments and add-ons + Complies with health and safety requirements and with regulatory agencies such as DPH, etc + Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives + Enhances professional growth and development through educational programs, seminars, etc + Attends a variety of meetings, conferences, and seminars as required or directed + Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance is required + Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed **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 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/GED + 1+ years of healthcare or customer service-related experience + Intermediate level of proficiency with Computer-Based Navigation (ability to navigate multiple screens, document electronically, typing while speaking on the phone & familiarity with technology) + Ability to work Monday - Friday between the hours of 7:30am - 5pm EST **Preferred Qualifications:** + 1+ years of experience working in a medical front office position performing duties such as scheduling appointments, checking patients in/out, insurance verification, collecting co-pays and maintaining medical records + Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) + Knowledge of Epic EMR software + Ability to learn new software (EPIC/EMR) and flexibility to attend new hire training + Bilingual **Soft Skills:** + Ability to work independently and maintain good judgment and accountability + Ability to prioritize tasks to meet all deadlines + Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment + Demonstrated ability to work well with health care providers + Strong organizational and time management skills + 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 salary for this role will range from $16 to $29 annually 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 believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. 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._ \#RPO #RED