Referral Coordinator

We are offering a short term contract employment opportunity for a Referral Coordinator in the Healthcare sector, based in Oakland, California. The role involves coordinating patient referrals and requires an understanding of basic medical terminology.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate patient referrals and manage the process efficiently.
• Utilize the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system to maintain patient records.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of patient referral requests.
• Maintain communication with other healthcare professionals regarding patient referrals.
• Monitor and take necessary actions on patient accounts.
• Resolve patient inquiries related to referrals in a timely manner.
• Keep up-to-date records of patient referrals and outcomes.
• Take part in maintaining an organized medical front office environment.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar role within the healthcare industry
• Proficiency in Medical Front Office operations
• Solid understanding of Basic Medical Terminology
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems
• High level of professionalism and ethics
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality at all times
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to make decisions quickly
• Proactive and able to take initiative
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite
• Willingness to continue learning and improving skills in the healthcare field.