Associate Patient Care Coordinator (LAKE SUCCESS)

Opportunities with Optum New York / New Jersey region (formerly CareMount Medical, ProHEALTH New York, Crystal Run Healthcare and Riverside Medical Group). Come make a difference in the lives of people who turn to us for care at one of our hundreds of locations across New York and New Jersey. Work with state-of-the-art technology and brilliant co-workers who share your passion for helping people feel their best. Join a dynamic health care organization and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Lake Success Endocrinology, part of Optum, has an immediate opening for a friendly, patient focused and detailed oriented

Associate Patient Care Coordinator to join our team. The Associate 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 : Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 9 : 00 am to 5 : 00 pm. Wednesday 10 : 00 am to 6 : 00 pm and Friday 8 : 00 am to 4 : 00 pm. This is a 37.5-hour work week to be determined by the supervisor.

Location : Endocrinology practice 2 OHIO DRIVE, Suite 201, LAKE SUCCESS, NY 11042

Primary Responsibilities :

• Greets patients, family members and guests with a friendly smile
• Assists patients with signing in and completing registration
• Enters and scans patient's demographic and insurance information into Epic
• Verifies insurance eligibility and benefit information; informs patients of insurance benefits
• Collects co-payments and patient balances
• Answers incoming phone calls in a courteous and prompt manner; directs calls and takes messages
• Assists physician and clinical staff by coordinating follow up care for patients; schedules referral appointments for patients and obtains authorization for diagnostic testing
• Sends patient records to primary care physician
• Assists with other tasks 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 :

Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance