Associate Patient Care Coordinator

** Requisition number:
** 2379948

** Job category:
** Healthcare Delivery, Patient Services

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology, to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with care, pharmacy benefits, data, and resources they need to feel their best. Come makes an impact on the communities we serve as we help advance health equity on a global scale.

Here, you will find talented peers, comprehensive benefits, a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, career growth opportunities and  
** your life's best work.*
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* The  
** Associate Patient Care Coordinator
** is responsible for the completion of set processes and protocols. Works cooperatively with all members of the care team to support the vision and mission of the organization, deliver excellent customer service and adhere to Lean processes. Supports the teams in meeting financial, clinical, and service goals.

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* Schedule:

** This position is full-time (40 hours/week). Office is open 7 days per week, shifts between the hours of 7:00AM - 7:00PM. The supervisor will determine the schedule.

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* Location:

** 2845 Sienna Heights NV

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* Primary Responsibilities:

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* + Provide exceptional service to all customers

+ Responsible to greet patient and check patient in and out. Ensure demographics including insurance information are correct in EPIC and update as necessary

+ Collect appropriate co-pays and adhere to all policies

+ Schedule appointments as necessary, verifying correct visit type and primary care provider

+ Responsible for waiting room management cleanliness, communicating pertinent information to patients and ensuring all patients have been assisted

+ Work with back office staff to ensure smooth patient flow

+ Resolve service issues and complaints, and defer to appropriate management or clinical personnel when necessary

+ Assist co-workers and team members with duties when requested, to include but not limited to, floating to other areas

** What are the reasons to consider working for United Health Group?
Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include:*
* + 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 disability and Long-Term Disability coverage

+ 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan

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Education Reimbursement

+ Employee Discounts

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Employee Referral Bonus Program

+ Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

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* Required Qualifications:

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* + High School Diploma/GED

+ 1+ years of Customer Service experience

+ 1+ years of experience working with computers and computer programs

+ Access to reliable transportation during work hours for job-related tasks

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* Preferred Qualifications:

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* + 1+ years of experience in a health care setting

+ 1+ years of experience with insurance programs and basic managed care principles such as referrals and prior authorization

+ Knowledge/understanding of CPT/ICD-10 coding

+ Ability to work in an office setting with patient contact during shift

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* Soft Skills:

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* + Excellent communication skills and phone etiquette

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). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching…