What are the responsibilities and job description for the Referral Specialist (Full-Time) position at Jefferson Hospital?
Full-Time Referral Specialist
About the Company: Jefferson Hospital services are provided for both inpatients and outpatients and the scope of service is consistent with the current mission of the hospital to provide quality community-based primary health care to Jefferson and surrounding counties.
Job Description: The Physicians’ Health Group Referral Specialist is responsible for facilitating and coordinating
patient referrals, ensuring timely access to specialist services, and obtaining proper
authorization for procedures.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
- Answer phone calls, schedule appointments, and handle patient inquiries
- Maintain and update patient records, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy
- Obtains, verifies, and processes referrals for patients needing to see specialists
or receive certain procedures. - Obtains necessary authorizations and pre-certifications from insurance
companies for procedures. Ensures timely reimbursement. - Verifies patient eligibility and benefits with insurance companies to ensure proper
coverage.
Position Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least one year of experience in a medical office setting is required.
Top benefits:
As a team member at Jefferson Hospital, you’ll enjoy:
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Health, vision, dental
- Paid Time Off
- Growth, Development, and Advancement Opportunities
Salary : $35,717 - $49,137