Clinical Administrative 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 inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

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Under the supervision of the Referral Management Center Supervisor, the Clinical Administrative Coordinator position are responsible for the daily coordination of referral processes and other duties as assigned.

This position is full-time, Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work our normal business hours of 8 : 00am - 5 : 00pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work at the two other locations in Albuquerque.

Primary Responsibilities :

Manage the internal / external referral process and daily referral reconciliation gathering required information and documents needed, working them accordingly in compliance with established timelines

Manage administrative intake of members

Work with hospitals, clinics, facilities and the clinical team to manage requests for services from members and / or providers

Process incoming and outgoing referrals, and prior authorizations, including intake, notification and census roles

Assist the clinical staff with setting up documents / triage cases for Clinical Coverage Review

Handle resolution / inquiries from members and / or providers

This is high volume, customer service environment. You'll need to be efficient, productive and thorough dealing with our members over the phone. You also must be able to work a flexible schedule that includes evening hours

Performs all other related duties as assigned

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.

Required Qualifications :

• High School Diploma / GED (or higher)
• 2+ years of customer service experience
• Intermediate level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word and Outlook

Preferred Qualifications :

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $17.74 to $31.63 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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