What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Referral Representative I-Department of Neurosurgery-New Patient Referral Team position at Inside Higher Ed?
Job No: 538783
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Health Care Administration/Support
Department: 29190000 - MD-NEUROLOGICAL SURGERY
Job Description
Classification Title:
Clinical Referral Representative I
Classification Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience providing customer service in a health care setting.
Job Description:
Position is responsible for ensuring referrals are addressed in a timely manner in accordance with
departmental protocols. Assembles and reviews patient clinical background and referral needs, communicates
patient updates between providers and referring sources, and maintains ongoing tracking and documentation to
promote team awareness and patient safety. Records information accurately and timely in EPIC in accordance
with corporate policy and procedure. Ensures complete and accurate patient registration, including demographics and current insurance information, and communicates with referral sources to ensure all required information is complete. Handles requests from third-party referral sources and responds appropriately within skill level and documented departmental policies, seeking provider guidance when necessary.
Interacts with clinic, departmental and other health center personnel to resolve issues, to confirm
appointments, or to obtain further information. Observes all HIPAA rules & regulations and ensures that protected health information is secure.
Contacts insurance companies to verify benefits and determine prior authorization requirements and
communicates with referring offices to obtain required authorizations. Correctly enters insurance and
authorization information into the EPIC system and creates insurance claims as applicable.
Answers incoming calls in a courteous and professional manner and provides warm transfers to internal and external departments when appropriate. Performs outbound calls to patients to confirm scheduled appointments
and schedules patient appointments according to Neurosurgery protocols. Reviews referral details and
appointment expectations with patients, takes accurate and detailed messages for providers and office staff, and informs patients of appointment responsibilities such as arrival time, insurance cards, and preparation
instructions.
Maintains minimum monthly performance expectations, including average calls answered, average talk time,
referral productivity, and patient satisfaction scores.
Expected Salary:
$17.74-$19.68
Required Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience providing customer service in a health care setting.
Preferred:
For consideration, please complete an application and include a cover letter, resume and the names and email addresses of three to five references.
To claim veterans' preference, please indicate your claim on the application and upload the required documentation, including a DD-214 (or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs) as well as any additional supporting documentation applicable to your specific claim type.
This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:
No
Applications Close: 30 April 2026
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/538783
Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.
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Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Health Care Administration/Support
Department: 29190000 - MD-NEUROLOGICAL SURGERY
Job Description
Classification Title:
Clinical Referral Representative I
Classification Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience providing customer service in a health care setting.
Job Description:
Position is responsible for ensuring referrals are addressed in a timely manner in accordance with
departmental protocols. Assembles and reviews patient clinical background and referral needs, communicates
patient updates between providers and referring sources, and maintains ongoing tracking and documentation to
promote team awareness and patient safety. Records information accurately and timely in EPIC in accordance
with corporate policy and procedure. Ensures complete and accurate patient registration, including demographics and current insurance information, and communicates with referral sources to ensure all required information is complete. Handles requests from third-party referral sources and responds appropriately within skill level and documented departmental policies, seeking provider guidance when necessary.
Interacts with clinic, departmental and other health center personnel to resolve issues, to confirm
appointments, or to obtain further information. Observes all HIPAA rules & regulations and ensures that protected health information is secure.
Contacts insurance companies to verify benefits and determine prior authorization requirements and
communicates with referring offices to obtain required authorizations. Correctly enters insurance and
authorization information into the EPIC system and creates insurance claims as applicable.
Answers incoming calls in a courteous and professional manner and provides warm transfers to internal and external departments when appropriate. Performs outbound calls to patients to confirm scheduled appointments
and schedules patient appointments according to Neurosurgery protocols. Reviews referral details and
appointment expectations with patients, takes accurate and detailed messages for providers and office staff, and informs patients of appointment responsibilities such as arrival time, insurance cards, and preparation
instructions.
Maintains minimum monthly performance expectations, including average calls answered, average talk time,
referral productivity, and patient satisfaction scores.
Expected Salary:
$17.74-$19.68
Required Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience providing customer service in a health care setting.
Preferred:
- Experience in providing the perfect patient experience
- Epic experience
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Solid organization skills
For consideration, please complete an application and include a cover letter, resume and the names and email addresses of three to five references.
To claim veterans' preference, please indicate your claim on the application and upload the required documentation, including a DD-214 (or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs) as well as any additional supporting documentation applicable to your specific claim type.
This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:
No
Applications Close: 30 April 2026
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/538783
Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.
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Salary : $18 - $20