Patient Care Coordinator II

** Requisition number:
** 2369465

** 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 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.*
* ** Patient Care Coordinator II
** functions as an integral member of the team and is the first point of contact for all people inquiring about the provider's practice. The primary role is to organize the practice's daily activities and paperwork. The Patient Care Coordinator II 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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* Working Hours:

** Monday - Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

** Location** : 904 7 th  Avenue, Third Floor (OBGYN Office) Seattle, WA 98104

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* Primary Responsibilities:

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* + Exhibits empathy, courtesy, competence, efficiency, and care

+ Schedules appointments and procedures, following standard guidelines

+ Uses multiple computer and phone systems to fulfill patient needs over the phone

+ Verifies patient information, while documenting in their Electronic Health Record (EPIC)

+ Advises patients of their responsibilities regarding insurance and referral information

+ Greet customers into the practice and provide instruction and/or direction as necessary on the phone

+ Schedule and coordinate all patient appointments as directed

+ Assists patients with signing in and completing registration

+ Answers incoming phone calls in a courteous and prompt manner; directs calls and takes messages

+ Collecting co-pays and past due balances aligning with Optum payment policies

+ Ability to maintain a work queue list- complete any pending actions ie referrals, scheduling appointments

+ Check In and Check Out patients

+ Prepare all documentation and records with accuracy as directed or necessary for the patient's care

+ Meet or exceed the performance measures established by the Practice Management Department

+ Follow establish policy and procedures related to the position

+ Participate and contribute to a team-based environment

+ Maintain a team supportive attendance record

+ Understand and deliver quality customer service that is consistent with the Polyclinic's efforts in becoming a High-Performance Organization

+ Follow OSHA/WISHA (including usage of PPE) guidelines

+ Follow HIPAA regulations

+ All employees are expected to keep abreast on current medical requirements relevant to their position, which includes maintaining patient confidentiality and abiding by all HIPAA and OSHA requirements

+ Adapt and perform effectively in a continuously changing environment, and in occasional difficult situations

+ Performs other duties as assigned

** 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 (or higher)

+ 1+ years of experience computer proficiency (multi-task through multiple applications including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word

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

+ Ability to be able to answer multiple phone calls

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* Preferred Qualifications:

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* + Experience taking inbound and outbound calls

+ Knowledge of OBGYN terminology, women's health and fertility…