Patient Care Coordinator

Patient Care Coordinator

Optimum Therapies of Rice Lake CVOSM/Cedar Crest Surgery Center | Rice Lake, WI

Optimum Therapies is a locally owned, therapist-led physical therapy practice with locations across Wisconsin and North Dakota. We are currently seeking a full-time Patient Care Coordinator to support our physical therapy services in collaboration with Chippewa Valley Orthopedics and Sports Medicine (CVOSM) and Cedar Crest Surgery Center. This position is employed by Optimum Therapies and works onsite at the CVOSM location, just down the road from our Rice Lake clinic.

As the Patient Care Coordinator, you will help coordinate the patient experience from referral through treatment, working closely with our physical therapists, CVOSM physicians and staff, patients, insurance companies, and referring offices.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, takes ownership of their work, and thrives in a healthcare environment where organization, communication, and attention to detail are essential.

What You'll Do

A typical day may include:

Greeting patients and providing a positive, supportive experience

Scheduling appointments and managing therapist schedules and daily clinic flow

Answering phone calls and communicating with patients, physician offices, and other healthcare partners

Coordinating patient referrals and maintaining accurate patient and insurance information

Verifying insurance eligibility and benefits and obtaining necessary prior authorizations

Tracking authorization requirements and communicating with therapists and patients to prevent interruptions in care

Collaborating closely with Optimum Therapies therapists and CVOSM physicians and staff to support excellent patient care and daily clinic operations

Schedule & Work Environment

Full-time, approximately 40 hours per week

Monday through Friday

No weekends or holidays

Primarily located onsite at the Chippewa Valley Orthopedics and Sports Medicine location in Rice Lake

Collaborative healthcare environment with direct interaction with physical therapists, physicians, clinical staff, patients, and referring offices

Close partnership with the Optimum Therapies of Rice Lake team located less than a half mile away

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who brings professionalism, positivity, and strong people skills to our team:

A friendly, patient-focused mindset with excellent communication skills

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities

Comfortable using computers and learning multiple healthcare software systems

A proactive, dependable team player who takes ownership and follows tasks through to completion

Previous experience in healthcare, administration, customer service, or reception is preferred

Experience with health insurance verification, benefits, referrals, and prior authorizations is a plus

Compensation & Benefits

Starting wage of $18.00-$19.00 per hour based on experience

Medical and dental insurance options

Employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance

Paid holidays and paid time off

401K 3% employer contribution

Voluntary insurance options

Family-friendly, community-focused culture

Ready to Apply?

If you're interested in joining our team, please submit your resume and cover letter to Shelby Blome Human Resources Director at View email address on click.appcast.io

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