Care Coordinator Auth Scheduling Specialist

Department 36510 Atrium Health Cabarrus - Wound Management Status Full time Benefits Eligible Yes Hours Per Week 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information Monday through Friday 8:00‑4:30 Pay Range $20.80 - $31.20 Essential Functions Completes referrals for patients and coordinates with referring and receiving practices and/or departments. May coordinate and prepare financial estimates for patients. Obtains all authorizations needed. Directs patients to providers in their insurance plan. Reviews benefits and educates patient on insurance coverage. Coordinates and schedules surgical procedures, diagnostic testing, or other services within various departments with internal and ancillary providers. Reviews schedules and confirms schedules are accurate and time is properly allocated. Follows up on all referrals to ensure no care gaps. Physical Requirements Must be able to sit for long periods of time and work in a fast‑paced office environment. Should be able to bend and lift up to 10 lbs. Education, Experience And Certifications High School Diploma or GED required. Computer experience required. Thorough understanding of Insurance coverage (FSC/Coverage/Plan types) and Medical Necessity policies preferred. Knowledge of medical records software preferred. Customer service experience required. Our Commitment to You Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well‑being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more–so you can live fully at and away from work. Compensation Base compensation listed within the pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training. Premium pay such as shift, on‑call, and more based on a teammate's job. Incentive pay for select positions. Opportunity for annual increases based on performance. Benefits And More Paid Time Off programs. Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short‑ and long‑term disability. Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses. Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave. Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs. Educational Assistance Program. Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full‑time, part‑time, per diem, temporary, etc.; please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview). About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third‑largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. It provides care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin. Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value‑based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, the system serves nearly 6million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies. Responsibilities Assists patients and providers with coordinating referrals, obtaining authorizations and scheduling. This position is also responsible for understanding benefits coverage and ensuring patient care is coordinated. #J-18808-Ljbffr