TITLE: Referral Coordinator 

LOCATION: Costa Mesa, CA (Onsite)

STATUS: Full-Time – Contract

SCHEDULE: M-F; 8am-4:30pm

PAY:  $18.00 - $23.00 Per Hour DOQ

This is the pay range that BAHAMA Consulting reasonably expects to pay someone for this position.

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt (Overtime paid at 1.5X regular rate of pay)

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Prepares clinical data for physician approval and obtains authorizations; acts as liaison between patient, medical assistant, physician, and Central Business Office.
• Ensures all referrals are completed.
• Ability to prioritize based on urgency of referral.
• Processes authorization for consults and procedures on both fee-for-service as well as managed care patients.
• Advises the patient of receipt/denial of authorization requests.
• Maintains internal log of referral status per protocols of the medical office as well as documentation in the IDX system as outlined as outlined by CMS Department.
• Ensures accurate and timely completion of forms to expedite patient care.
• Supports referral process for all physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants.
• Performs advanced functions of the EMR which are beyond the abilities of front and back office users.
• Ensures all authorizations are placed in the appropriate folder within patient charts.
• Enforce the communication of direct and indirect referrals to manage patient expectations.
• Provides excellent patient experience.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Must have experience with Epic/Tapestry.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1 years of experience in outpatient health care system(s) including managed care.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), STD, LTD, Life and 401(K)

BAHAMA Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process or have any questions, please contact HR.