Part-Time Patient Care Coordinator

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. The 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: This is a 20-hour work week, to work two 8-hour shifts and one 4-hour shift Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 am to 5:00pm PST. The schedule will be determined by the supervisor upon hire. Location: 1448 NW Market St., Seattle, WA 98107 Primary Responsibilities: Greet Patients into practice and provide instruction and/or direction as necessary both on the phone and in person Obtain accurate and updated patient information, such as name, address, insurance information Perform insurance verification on the date of service Obtain patient signatures for required documents Upload a valid Government issued state ID of patient and patient insurance cards Accurate and complete occupational medicine registration workflow File and maintain medical records Perform referral documentation promptly First point of contact for our patients. Sets the tone for a positive experience Exhibits empathy, courtesy, competence, efficiency, and care Schedule and coordinate all patient & referral appointments following standard guidelines Conduct outgoing calls to referrals for scheduling Uses Multiple computer and phone systems to fulfill patient needs over phone Verifies patient information, while documenting in their Electronic Health Record (EPIC) Advises patients of their responsibilities regarding insurance and referral information Provide effective communication to patient / family team members and other health care professionals as evidenced by documentation, case conferences, communication notes, and evaluations Notify clinical staff of schedule changes as they occur Comply with administrative policies to ensure quality of care Demonstrate precision and efficiency in scanning documents and monitoring the fax server, retrieving and / or scanning documents and assigning to the appropriate electronic chart Participate in orientation (scheduling segment) of new field employees and distribute updates and changes as needed Participate and contribute to a team-based environment Maintain a team supportive attendance record Organize and maintains medical records 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 Complete new clinical competencies rolled out by the Educational Committee Work Independently and Assist with Clinical duties on a limited basis Ability to cover other offices as needed Performs other duties as assigned What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth 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