Associate Patient Care Coordinator

**$1,000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS*
* 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 the care, pharmacy benefits, data, and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities.

Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start  
** Caring. Connecting. Growing together.*
* ** Reliant Central Check-In
** has an immediate opening for a friendly, patient focused and detailed oriented Patient Service Specialist to join our team. 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.

** Schedule (FT, 38.75 hours):
** Monday through Friday, will work 7.75 hrs per day Monday - Friday between the hours of 7am to 5pm. The schedule will be determined by the practice manager upon hire.

** Location** : 101 Cedar St Milford, MA 01757 This position is  
** 100% onsite
** at our Milford, MA office location.

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* Primary Responsibilities:

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* + Verifies, re-verifies, and authorizes patient insurance coverage and eligibility utilizing computer-based patient registration/scheduling systems. Verifies and updates demographic, insurance, and other patient information. Confirms, collects, and posts patient co-payments and other outstanding balances

+ Reviews insurance denials to find errors

+ Maintains records and makes daily cash deposit as assigned

+ Identifies problem related priorities, and responds to emergency needs by contacting/interrupting physician/provider within guidelines

+ Resolves patients' questions regarding clinic schedules and billing concerns; handles requests for prescription refills, reschedules appointments, etc

+ Notifies providers, patients and others of changes such as new scheduling, re-scheduling, no-show, emergency appointments and add-ons

+ Complies with health and safety requirements and with regulatory agencies such as DPH, etc

+ Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives

+ Enhances professional growth and development through educational programs, seminars, etc

+ Attends a variety of meetings, conferences, and seminars as required or directed

+ Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance is required

+ Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed

** 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.)

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You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction 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 (or higher)

+ 1+ years of healthcare or customer service-related experience

+ Intermediate level of proficiency with Computer-Based Navigation (ability to navigate multiple screens, document electronically, typing while speaking on the phone & familiarity with technology)

+ Ability to work Monday - Friday between the hours of 7am - 5pm EST

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* Preferred Qualifications:

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* + 1+ years of experience working in a medical front office position performing duties such as scheduling appointments, checking patients in/out, insurance verification, collecting co-pays and maintaining medical records

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)

+ Knowledge of Epic EMR software

+ Ability to learn new software (EPIC/EMR) and flexibility to attend new hire training

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* Soft Skills:

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* + Ability to work independently and maintain good judgment and accountability

+ Ability to prioritize tasks to meet all deadlines

+ Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

+ Demonstrated ability to work well with health…