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Operations SpecialistUnited Woundcare Institute • Naperville, Illinois, US
Operations Specialist

Operations Specialist

United Woundcare Institute • Naperville, Illinois, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Remote
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Job description

Description

This is a REMOTE position. Our headquarters are based in Naperville, IL.

Job Title : Operations Specialist

Location : Remote (serving 11 states)

Reports to : Head of National Operations

Overview

We are seeking a highly organized, customer-service–oriented professional to join our growing national healthcare operations team. This individual will play a critical role in coordinating medical supplies, managing graft orders, and ensuring a seamless referral management process across 11 states supporting 50–75 field clinicians.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, is detail-driven, excels at problem-solving, and demonstrates exceptional communication and analytical skills.

Key Responsibilities

1. Supply Management (Medical & Non-Clinical)

  • Serve as the central point of contact for supply management across 11 states and 50–75 field clinicians.
  • Conduct weekly supply reviews with each clinician, documenting requests and ensuring timely orders via the web-based ordering system.

Source alternatives when items are unavailable — including substituting generic equivalents or ordering through alternate vendors such as Amazon, McKesson, or other approved suppliers .

  • Maintain and update a centralized supply tracking spreadsheet , ensuring accurate inventory reconciliation.
  • Perform cost analyses and usage reports using Excel (including pivot tables and filters).
  • Ensure all supplies and grafts are ordered, tracked, and delivered within expected timelines while minimizing waste and cost.
  • 2. Graft Ordering Coordination

  • Review upcoming patient graft appointments in the EMR and generate a weekly list of scheduled cases.
  • Coordinate with scheduling coordinators and field clinicians to confirm graft type, quantity, and shipping location .
  • Cross-check new orders against previous shipments to manage existing inventory and reduce excess.
  • Maintain detailed records of graft utilization, shipments, and returns .
  • Be proactive and cost-conscious , continuously looking for opportunities to reduce redundancy and streamline processes.
  • 3. Referral Monitoring & Customer Service

  • Monitor the CarePort web-based referral platform for all 11 states to ensure timely review and response to new referrals.
  • Triage and evaluate 25–85 daily referrals to ensure completeness, eligibility, and readiness for scheduling.
  • Review and interpret insurance information (Medicare, Medicaid, commercial, and secondary payers) to verify patient eligibility.
  • Communicate professionally and promptly with referring hospitals, clinicians, and internal teams , ensuring referrals are responded to within established turnaround times.
  • Partner closely with Scheduling and Sales to ensure all qualified referrals are accepted and scheduled efficiently.
  • Maintain accurate tracking and reporting metrics in shared databases or spreadsheets.
  • Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

    Bachelor’s degree preferred (Healthcare Administration, Business, or related field) or equivalent experience.

  • Minimum 2–4 years of experience in healthcare operations, medical supply coordination, or patient referral management.
  • Strong customer service orientation with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

    Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, sorting / filtering, and data analysis).

  • Comfortable working with web-based systems and EMRs (CarePort experience preferred).
  • Demonstrated ability to multi-task, prioritize, and respond rapidly to time-sensitive requests.
  • Familiarity with medical terminology and insurance verification processes.
  • Highly organized , detail-oriented , and cost-conscious in managing supplies and vendor relationships.
  • Ideal Candidate Attributes

  • A “can-do” attitude with exceptional responsiveness and follow-through.
  • Analytical thinker who can spot trends, identify inefficiencies, and propose process improvements.

  • Strong problem-solving skills — able to adapt quickly when supplies are unavailable or orders need escalation.
  • A team player who thrives in a remote, fast-paced healthcare environment .
  • Benefits

    Competitive compensation

    Robust health benefits package including premium health, dental and vision insurance. FSA, HSA

    Company sponsored Short and Long Term disability

    Company Sponsored Life Insurance

    401k plan with generous company match

    Generous PTO policy with paid holidays and sick leave

    Ready to join a passionate team and make a difference in healthcare? We want to hear from you!

    United Woundcare Institute is a pioneering provider of wound care services that has redefined the standard of care in this vital medical area. With a patient-centered approach, we have successfully healed some of the largest and most complex wounds, treating almost 10,000 wounds each month. We are dedicated to propelling wound care to a whole new level, going wherever our patients are, whether in hospitals, nursing facilities, or homes. What sets us apart is our multi-specialty physicians, multi-modality treatments, and a multi-setting approach, ensuring continuity and consistency in care. Our results speak for themselves - our healing outcomes are unparalleled, reducing hospital readmissions and boosting star ratings. Our current partners include skilled nursing facilities, home health agencies, assisted living facilities, physician group practices, and hospital systems, all of whom have experienced the impact of our dedicated and relentless approach. With a focus on care coordination and evidence-based protocols, United Woundcare Institute is your trusted partner in healing. Join us and experience the difference.

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