Associate Patient Care Coordinator

Per Diem Associate Patient Care CoordinatorOptum 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 inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.Employing excellent customer service skills, the Per Diem Associate Patient Care Coordinator is responsible for ensuring a positive patient experience throughout the registration, insurance verification, benefit analysis, and financial clearance process.Primary Responsibilities:Appropriate patient identification, financially clearing patients during the pre-registration, registration, admission process and prior to discharge, counseling patients about their financial liabilityVerifying payer sourcesAssessing and referring patients to alternative payment sources, including the Payment and Billing Assistance Program as well as government and non-government-based payment assistance programsEnsures timely, accurate and complete capture of all demographic and insurance information to ensure appropriate reimbursement for services renderedIn addition, the Patient Registration Specialist determines and collects the patient's financial liability and/or arranges payment plansThe Patient Registration Specialist is an information source for patients and families by explaining organization policies, patient financial responsibilities and Patient Rights and ResponsibilitiesYou'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/GED1+ years of experience in customer service, preferably in a healthcare environmentAbility to work on the following schedule: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 6:00 PM - 6:30 AMPay 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 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.Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.