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Boston Medical Center

Non-profit academic medical center and trauma

OBGYN Admin & Referral Coordinator - Surgical Scheduling

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Part-timeBoston, MA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma is required.
  • Thorough knowledge of managed care and three years of financial clearance experience are required.
  • Working knowledge of managed care, including HMO and PPO plans, and proficiency in obtaining insurance approvals, referrals, billing, and copayments are required.
  • Strong computer skills and knowledge of PC applications are required.
  • Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written, are required.
  • The role requires the ability to work effectively with staff and management at all levels.
  • The role requires the ability to show empathy and be courteous and diplomatic with patients.
  • The role requires the ability to work independently, take initiative, and handle multiple tasks with conflicting priorities.
  • The role requires the ability to work cross-organizationally to resolve issues.
  • The role requires the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a liaison for patients in communications regarding care rendered in the department.
  • Facilitate patient access to care and gather information for registration.
  • Schedule appointments and surgeries.
  • Verify patient demographics and financial information.
  • Obtain pre-authorization from insurance carriers.
  • Respond to faxes and phone calls from patients, BMC departments, and outside facilities.
  • Assist the department in meeting targets.
  • Facilitate communication between patients and providers, nurse practitioners, and medical assistants.
  • Facilitate communication between patients and referring physicians and BMC departments, including ensuring correspondence is properly disseminated.
  • Facilitate communication between providers and office support personnel.

Desired Qualifications

  • Additional professional certifications or completion of business school is preferred.
  • Three years of referral scheduling experience is preferred.
  • Experience handling patient flow is helpful.
  • Knowledge of the Windows environment and Microsoft Office products is preferred.
  • Knowledge of the Eclipsys SDK system, Caretracker, IDX, or comparable registration systems is a plus.
  • A professional demeanor, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team are desired.

About the Company

Boston Medical Center

Non-profit academic medical center and trauma

Boston Medical Center is a private, not-for-profit academic medical center in Boston that provides care across more than 70 specialties and runs the busiest trauma and emergency services in New England. It trains health professionals through 67 residency programs and conducts biomedical research funded by government and private grants. Its funding relies heavily on government payers like Medicare and Medicaid to serve many low-income and elderly patients, with remaining revenue from clinical services, grants, and donations. It focuses on health equity and social determinants of health, addressing issues such as food access and housing through programs and partnerships, with the goal of delivering high-quality, accessible care to all and advancing medical knowledge and workforce training.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$342.1M
Headquarters
Boston, MA
Founded
1996

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