Population Health - Care Coordinator

UNM Medical Group, Inc. is hiring for a Care Coordinator to join our Population Health team! This opportunity is a full-time, day shift, On-site opening located in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

• This position is 100% On-site

Minimum $44,604 - Midpoint $55,766

The Population Health Care Coordination team currently consists of three care coordinators who pride themselves on providing excellent customer service to our self-funded medical benefit participants and health system patients.

The successful incumbent must have the ability to work independently in a contact center environment with strong critical thinking skills, effectively assist the needs of the customers and patients we serve, and willingness to adapt to changing priorities.

This ideal candidate is detail-oriented, has strong written and verbal communication skills, and handles sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality and the ability to report in office 100% of the time.

Preference will be given to candidates who have prior contact center experience and / or working in the health plan payer environment.

The Population Health Care Coordinator performs data informed patient outreach to close gaps in care and improve patient outcomes for UNM Health System patients. They will also provide direct customer service to health plan participants and providers through care coordination, referral management, appointment scheduling, prior authorizations, claims, and billing inquiries, as appropriate.

Summary

The Population Health Care Coordinator performs data informed patient outreach to close gaps in care and improve patient outcomes for UNM Health System patients. They will also provide direct customer service to health plan participants and providers through care coordination, referral management, appointment scheduling, prior authorizations, claims, and billing inquiries, as appropriate.

Minimum Job Requirements of a Care Coordinator :

High school diploma or GED with at least 4 years of experience related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis

Verification of education and licensure (if applicable) will be required if selected for hire.

Duties and Responsibilities of a Care Coordinator :

About UNM Population Health Management :

The Office of Population Health Management supports the Health System's transition to value-based care and ensures regulatory compliance. We use data analytics to improve care delivery throughout the UNM Health System. Our team works collaboratively with multiple stakeholders to improve access, utilization, and outcomes for our patients.

The Office of Population Health Management strives to achieve the Quadruple Aim through : ?

1.Oversight of Value-Based Contracts and related ambulatory quality measures

2.Proactive preventative care outreach and care coordination

3.Compliance with Federal Quality Programs?

4.Implementation of population health technical solutions and workflows

5.Data driven quality improvement and reporting

6.Being thoughtful, creative, and good to each other

Why Join UNM Medical Group, Inc.?

Since our creation in 2007, our dynamic organization has continued to grow and form strong partnerships within the UNM Health system. Modern Healthcare recognizes UNMMG in their Best Places to Work recognition for 2025 . We ASPIRE to incorporate the following values into all aspects of our culture and work : we always demonstrate an Attitude of Service with Positivity , Integrity and Respect as we strive for Excellence . We are dedicated to embracing and promoting diversity while fostering well-being across New Mexico through cultural humility and respect for everyone.

Benefits :

Apply to our Population Health Care Coordinator opportunity with UNM Medical Group, Inc. and a recruiter will contact you shortly!