Patient/Office Coordinator

At UK St. Claire, our staff is our greatest asset in the mission to create a healthier and more prosperous population. We strive to foster the talent and potential of our employees and prioritize safe working conditions and equal compensation rates to ensure that continual growth is possible. UKSC is a nurturing workplace for all healthcare professionals. We invite you to explore our current job openings and see if our opportunities could be the right fit for you. Job Description : Job Summary Responsible for managing patient workflow operations, including registration, pre-authorization, scheduling, and insurance plan of care. Performs routine and complex clerical and secretarial duties to support clinic functions. Coordinates communication between patients, staff, and providers. Ensures efficient office operations and accurate documentation. Supports overall clinic effectiveness and patient experience. Essential Functions

• Supports daily clinic operations including patient scheduling, pre-registering and registering patients, maintaining medical records, managing orders, conducting follow-up calls, and obtaining pre-authorizations as appropriate.
• Assists in maintaining office supplies and equipment as needed.
• Maintains timely and appropriate communication with patients, families, and other individuals.
• Manages time effectively to serve multiple projects.
• Performs duties with self-motivation, independent judgment, and teamwork.
• Provides oversight, support, and accountability for all front desk functions performed by front office assistants, if applicable.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement High school diploma or equivalent experience Experience Requirement 2-3 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted. Certifications & Licensures N/A Working Conditions A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional ( Physical Demands This position requires intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; occasional standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves some exposure to risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials. Department : Pain Management Specialty Shift : Day (United States of America) Time Type: Full time Address : 245 Flemingsburg Rd City, State : Morehead, Kentucky UK St Claire