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UnitedHealth Group Patient Care Coordinator - Glendale, CA in Glendale, California

$2000 Sign On Bonus For External Candidates

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Imagine yourself in a new a career with Optum360 . As part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, we’re a dynamic new partnership formed by Dignity Health and Optum . We’ll count on your professionalism, expertise, and dedication help ensure that our patients receive the quality of care they need. So, if you’re looking for a place to use your passion, your ideas and your desire to drive change, this is the opportunity for you.

The pace is fast, so your ability to multi - task is essential. You should also enjoy working with people and have the communication skills necessary to build strong relationships with our customers. Our facility has an onsite cafeteria that provides discounts to employees.

Healthcare isn’t just changing. It’s growing more complex every day. ICD-10 Coding replaces ICD-9. Affordable Care adds new challenges and financial constraints. Where does it all lead? Hospitals and Healthcare organizations continue to adapt, and we are vital part of their evolution. And that’s what fueled these exciting new opportunities. Who are we? Optum360. We’re a dynamic new partnership formed by Dignity Health and Optum to combine our unique expertise. As part of the growing family of UnitedHealth Group, we’ll leverage our compassion, our talent, our resources and experience to bring financial clarity and a full suite of Revenue Management services to Healthcare Providers, nationwide.

This position is full - time (40 hours / week).

Hours: 4 days a week and you must be able to work any of these shifts: 4:00pm-2:30am PST, 6:00pm-4:30am, and 8:00pm-6:30am PST; you must be willing to work on weekends and Holidays with a rotating schedule

Location: This position will be in the Emergency Room Admitting Department. Our office is located at GLENDALE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER, 1420 SOUTH CENTRAL AVE, GLENDALE, CA, 91204.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Communicates directly with patients and / or families either in person or on the phone to complete the registration process by collecting patient demographics, health information, and verifying insurance eligibility / benefits

  • Utilizes computer systems to enter access or verify patient data in real - time ensuring accuracy and completeness of information

  • Gathers necessary clinical information and processes referrals, pre - certification, pre - determinations, and pre - authorizes according to insurance plan requirements

  • Verifies insurance coverage, benefits and creates price estimates, reverifications as needed

  • Collects patient co - pays as appropriate and conducts conversations with patients on their out - of - pocket financial obligations

  • Identifies outstanding balances from patient’s previous visits and attempts to collect any amount due

  • Responsible for collecting data directly from patients and referring provider offices to confirm and create scheduled appointments for patient services prior to hospital discharge

  • Responds to patient and caregivers' inquiries related to routine and sensitive topics always in a compassionate and respectful manner

  • Generates, reviews and analyzes patient data reports and follows up on issues and inconsistencies as necessary

  • Maintains up - to - date knowledge of specific registration requirements for all areas, including but not limited to: Main Admitting, OP Registration, ED Registration, Maternity, and Rehabilitation units

What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group? Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include:

  • Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays

  • Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account

  • Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage

  • 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  • Education Reimbursement

  • Employee Discounts

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Employee Referral Bonus Program

  • Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)

  • More information can be downloaded at: http://uhg.hr/uhgbenefits

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma / GED (or higher)

  • 1+ years of Customer Service experience in a hospital, office setting, customer service setting, OR phone support setting

  • Ability to work any 4x 10-hour shifts a week between the hours of 4:00pm-2:30am PST, 6:00pm-4:30am, and 8:00pm-6:30am PST including the flexibility to work weekends and holidays based on business need

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in a Hospital Patient Registration Department, Physician’s Office, OR any medical setting

  • Working knowledge of medical terminology

  • Understanding of insurance policies and procedures

  • Experience in insurance reimbursement and financial verification

  • Ability to perform basic mathematics for financial payments

  • Experience in requesting and processing financial payments

Soft Skills:

  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills

Physical and Work Environment:

  • Standing for long periods of time (10 - 12 hours) while using a workstation on wheels and phone / headset

California Residents Only: The hourly range for California residents is $16.00 to $28.27 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

*PLEASE NOTE The sign on bonus is only available to external candidates. Candidates who are currently working for a UnitedHealth Group, UnitedHealthcare or related entity in a full time, part time, or per diem basis ("Internal Candidates") are not eligible to receive a sign on bonus.*

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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