Clinical Administrative Coordinator - Remote in New Jersey

The Clinical Administrative Coordinator will be responsible for managing the administrative intake of members using ICUE and Community Care, working with hospitals, clinics, facilities, and the clinical team to manage requests for services from members and/or providers. Process incoming and outgoing referrals and prior authorizations, including intake, notification, and census roles. Assist the clinical staff with administrative tasks and member/provider correspondence. Handle inbound calls (20-30 daily) for resolution/inquiries from members and/or providers. This position is full-time (40 hours/week), Monday‑Friday. Employees are required to work our normal business hours of 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time) from Monday‑Friday, with flexibility for occasional overtime based on business needs. We offer 2 weeks of virtual training conducted from your home. Travel is 0‑10% for quarterly meetings at the East Brunswick, NJ office. If you reside within the state of New Jersey , you will enjoy the flexibility to telecommute as you take on some tough challenges. Primary Responsibilities Managing administrative intake of members Work with hospitals, clinics, facilities, and the clinical team to manage requests for services from members and/or providers Process incoming and outgoing referrals and prior authorizations, including intake, notification, and census roles Assist the clinical staff with setting up documents/triage cases for Clinical Coverage Review Handle resolution/inquiries from members and/or providers Extract and review fax requests for medical or clinical services, and ensure that these requests are assigned to the correct individuals Access electronic member files using policy or ID number Determine member eligibility Provide support to field staff in locating providers who can assist our members, including calling/emailing/faxing multiple providers Mail member materials, including care plans, and open, sort, and distribute incoming correspondence via hard copy or e‑mail Fax care plans to providers on the members' care team Follow protocols to task requests appropriately Reference automated job aid tools via the computer to identify appropriate procedures when needed Consistently meet established productivity, schedule adherence, and quality standards while maintaining good attendance Maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA requirements Heavy calls Perform other duties as assigned Benefits Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D Insurance along with Short‑term and Long‑Term Disability coverage 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan Education Reimbursement Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Bonus Program Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.) Required Qualifications High School Diploma / GED 2+ years of customer service experience working within the healthcare industry and with healthcare insurance Intermediate level experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Intermediate level experience with computer and Windows personal computer applications, including ability to learn new and complex computer system applications Ability to work shift (40 hours/week) between 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Monday‑Friday, with flexibility for occasional overtime Reside within the state of New Jersey Preferred Qualifications Experience working in a hospital, physician's office, or medical clinic setting Experience working in a call center Clerical or administrative support background Knowledge of ICD‑9 and CPT codes Telecommuting Requirements Reside within the state of New Jersey Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high‑speed internet connection or leverage an existing high‑speed internet service Soft Skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Work independently and as a team player Ability to remain focused and productive each day even if tasks may be repetitive *All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy. Pay 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). The hourly pay for this role will range from $18 to $32 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 deserve 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. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr UnitedHealth Group