Patient Care Coordinator I

Shawnee Health – Patient Care Coordinator IIShawnee Health is seeking a Patient Care Coordinator II for our Shawnee Health office. This position reports directly to the Patient Care Coordinator Supervisor.Responsibilities:Schedule medical referrals, diagnostic tests and treatments ordered by provider and assure that the patient has been notified, understands directions, and completes all documentation in the patient's Electronic Medical Records.Reviews and selects medical records pertinent to referrals, diagnostic tests and treatments to be sent with order to provider or facilityCompletes the pre-authorizations process with insurance companies as it relates to the referral and/or diagnostic test scheduled.Follows up on referrals and diagnostic tests ordered to ensure completion and the receipt of all reports including consult notes and test results.Notify provider of referrals or tests that have not been completed by patient.Works to complete EHR task as assignedWorks directly with the social service team assisting with the identification of patients with special needs including but not limited to: financial assistance, transportation, pharmaceutical assistance, interpretation, or special accommodations.Completes prior authorization process for referrals and diagnostic testing when required.Assist Patient Care Coordinator Supervisor with training new employees.Monitors access issues with referrals and provides consistent feedback to Patient Care Coordinator SupervisorRequirements:Must be competent in the use of computersMust be capable of independent problem solvingMust be able to work with little direct supervisionMust have excellent written and verbal communication skillsStarting salary – $16.00Full-time employee benefits include:12 vacation days earned in the first year11 paid personal days/holidays per calendar year6 sick days earned per yearRetirement plan with 3% company contribution after becoming eligible in the plan (a matching contribution by the employee is not required to receive this benefit). Additional profit-sharing contributions to the retirement plan are possible. Employee deferrals to the 401(k) and Roth plan availableHealth and dental insurance with employer contribution$50,000 in life insurance at no cost to the employeeCompany provided long-term disability insurance at no cost to the employeeOther supplemental insurance policies available for purchase by the employee