Medical Referral Coordinator (On-Call) ICC

On-Call Medical Referrals Coordinator

HealthRIGHT 360 gives hope, builds health, and changes lives for people in need by providing comprehensive, integrated, compassionate care that includes primary medical care, mental health services, and substance use disorder treatment.

The Integrated Care Center Clinic is a federally qualified health center that provides primary care, behavioral health, addiction treatment, psychiatry, dental care, and more. We provide care to those most in need including those who are suffering from homelessness, mental illness, substance use, and chronic mental conditions. We provide team-based care in an integrated care setting. We are looking for a mission-driven service leader who works well in a team, has experience with managing and supporting staff, champions quality improvement, leads change, and is excited to innovate.

The On-Call Medical Referrals Coordinator will be responsible for all coordination of care for clinic patients. The (MRC) works to ensure the effective management of all incoming specialist referrals. This position will perform a wide variety of tasks associated with referral tracking to be compliant with Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) requirements to ensure quality patient care and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensures that patient's primary care chart is up to date with information on specialty consults, hospitalizations, ER visits, and chronic disease management that is related to their health.
• Entry of patient clinical and non-clinical information into the assigned electronic registry is the key responsibility of this position (e.g. e-Clinical works, Care Ware, Aries, +Care, etc.).
• If assigned, maintain ongoing tracking (SFGH alerts) to the Primary care provider team and appropriate documentation on referrals to promote team awareness and ensure patient safety.

Advocacy Responsibilities:

• Effectively assist patients in problem solving potential issues related to the health care system, and financial or social barriers. (e.g., request interpreters as appropriate, transportation services, or prescription assistance).
• Acts as the system navigator and point of contact for patients and providers.
• May assume an advocate role on the patient's behalf with the carrier to ensure approval of the necessary services for the patient in a timely fashion.
• Assists patients with signing up for medical coverage.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma combined with medical/clinical experience.
• Experience working as a patient advocate.
• Preferably a bachelor's degree in a related field.

Knowledge:

• Culturally competent and able to work with a diverse population.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word Outlook, and Internet applications.
• Experience working successfully with issues of substance abuse, criminal background, and other potential barriers to economic self-sufficiency.
• Organized and able to manage competing priorities.
• Resourcefulness in problem solving.

Desired:

• Knowledge of co-occurring disorders and trauma-informed treatment.
• Knowledge of clinical documentation (treatment plans, progress notes etc.).

Physical Requirements:

In an 8-hr workday, employee is required to perform work:

Sitting - 6 - Hrs

Standing - 2 - Hrs

Walking - 2 - Hrs

Driving - Never

In an average month, employee must travel out of town Often (>2x) - Sometimes (<2x) - Never

In an 8-hr workday, employee must:

Not at all - Occasionally(1/4-2 hrs.) - Frequently(2-5 hrs.) - Continuously(5-8 hrs.)

Bend/stoop

Climb

Reach above shoulder level

Kneel

Balance

Push/pull

Squat

Crawl

Crouch

Lift*

Carry**

* Usual number Maximum number - 520 - lbslbs

** Usual number Maximum number - 520 - lbslbs

Job requires:

Working at heights - Yes - No - Explain

Operating heavy machinery - Yes - No - What type

Operating desk machines - Yes - No - What type - Computer, fax, printer, phone

Precise manual dexterity - Yes - No - Explain - Ability to precisely and accurately transmit written data, input data

Exposure to extreme heat, cold, humidity - Yes - No - Explain

Exposure to dust, fumes, gases, chemicals - Yes - No - Explain

HealthRIGHT 360 is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Placement within the compensation range is based on factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, internal equity, and organizational compensation practices. In addition to salary, HealthRIGHT 360 offers a comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.

The compensation range listed reflects the expected pay for this position based on the primary work location. Actual compensation may vary depending on geographic location and applicable state or local pay transparency requirements.

HealthRIGHT 360 is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation based on any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, including race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and any other protected characteristic. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities through fair and equitable recruitment, hiring, compensation, development, and advancement practices.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Must complete a background check and Live Scan.

Covid-19 vaccine and booster is required for this position. Exemptions are not accepted.