Job Description

Position Summary

A Brief OverviewTitle: Referral Coordinator

Site: Digestive Health Institute

Location: St Petersburg FL

Schedule: Mon-Fri | 8:30am-5pm | Full-Time 40-hoursThe Referral Coordinator supports Clinical teams, Patients and Family Members by managing referrals and/or authorizations for the Medical Group. They are responsible for processing Internal and External referrals and authorizations from orders prescribed, by the provider, in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system within the Outpatient Ambulatory setting.What you will do

• Completes entry of referrals and/or authorizations into HER.
• Coordinates follow-up care with the referral as the referral expires.
• Responsible to schedule various appointments associated with the referral, diagnostic testing and surgical procedures.
• Ensures financial information and insurance has been verified.
• Ensures Primary Care provider is accurate based on payer guidelines.
• Updates patient insurance information in HER systems as needed
• Initiates the referral and authorization process for visits and services.
• Works closely with nursing and medical staff to facilitate optimal patient care.
• Communicates with the scheduling department to verify each patient’s insurance requirements have been satisfied for upcoming appointments.
• Coordinates with other departments as needed to facilitate patient’s visit.
• Coordinates with Patients when necessary to complete referral
• Provides peer to peer training and new hire preceptor
• Provides patient with referral information for physicians and facilities.
• Communicates effectively with all internal and external customers – PCP, Patient, clinical departments, etc. in order to obtain the required authorization needed for each visit or service.
• Maintain working knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT codes.
• Maintains current knowledge of referral and authorization requirements based on payer specific guidelines
• Demonstrates a basic knowledge of third party reimbursement requirements and regulations.
• Exhibits competency in the use of registration systems, electronic verification tools and Web-based resources.
• Serves as a resource for the department of referring provider options
• Understands the importance Orlando Health places on providing exemplary customer service.
• Performs job in a manner that helps meet customer service goals.
• Demonstrates a positive and professional approach and communicates effectively with customers and team members at all times.
• Contributes suggestions for improving workflow and productivity.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains flexibility in work schedule availability that allows department to change/modify work schedule to meet departmental needs.
• Basic understanding of how the referral role affects the Organization’s Initiatives and goals.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
• Assumes responsibility for professional development and education.
• Attends and participates in department staff meetings and other meetings as assigned
• Responsible for maintaining performance measures as outlined by the department’s productivity guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school graduate
• Medical Terminology
• Three (3) years of directly related work experience. Experience in processing physician office and/or hospital referrals
• Proficient in Windows Microsoft Office based products (Word, Excel, and Power Point)
• Proficient in PC/Windows experience.

About the organization: The Florida Medical Clinic Orlando Health Digestive Health Institute offers an expansive scope of services to care for patients facing conditions affecting the digestive tract and gastrointestinal organs. Led by world-renowned physicians, our highly skilled clinical team utilizes advanced technologies and procedures to ensure effective care options and successful outcomes. Our care extends from general digestive disorders to complex gastrointestinal diseases and encompasses lifestyle modification, medication and surgical approaches, including advanced endoscopic procedures that combine sophisticated diagnostic techniques with intricate minimally invasive therapies to evaluate and treat various digestive disorders. Beyond offering the highest quality of clinical care, our expert team also participates in research efforts and educational events to provide access to the latest advances in digestive health.The Digestive Health Institute is part of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes award-winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities that span Florida’s east to west coasts, Central Alabama and Puerto Rico. Collectively, our dedicated team members honor our over 100-year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to the patients, families and communities we serve.Our company is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities. Our people are passionate about what they do and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.Why Orlando Health is your best place to work:

✔ Education & Career Growth Assistance ✔ Comprehensive Health & Wellness coverage and resources ✔ Financial & Retirement Planning with Company Match ✔ Excellent Company Culture and Work–Life Balance ✔ Family & Pet Support

..and more!

Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible so that you can be present for your passions. “Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you.Section 1557 Non-DiscriminationThe Office for Civil Rights (OCR) enforces Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act (Section 1557), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and sex characteristics), in covered health programs or activities. 42 U.S.C. 18116.