Clinical Administrative Coordinator – Chandler, AZ

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 inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

This position is full-time, Monday – Friday. Employees are required to work our normal business hours of 8:00am – 4:30pm MST. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime or weekends. Our office is located at Chandler Regional Medical Center – 1955 W Frye Rd, Chandler, AZ 85224.

We offer 4 weeks of on-the-job training. The hours of training will be aligned with your schedule.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Processing all release of information (ROI) requests, specifically medical record, and billing requests, in a timely and efficient manner.
• This role must also ensure accuracy and provide clients and customers with the highest quality product and customer service.
• At all times, the Clinical Administrative Coordinator must safeguard and protect the patient’s right to privacy by ensuring that only authorized individuals have access to the patient’s medical information and that all releases of information are compliant with the request, authorization, client policy, and state and federal laws to include HIPAA regulations.
• The Clinical Administrative Coordinator engages in direct customer service, when applicable, and must perform duties and conduct interpersonal relationships in a manner designed to project a positive image of the ROI department.
• Promotes positive customer relations through prompt and courteous service. Review each request for validity according to request type and written guidelines rejects invalid requests/provides timely feedback to requestors regarding non-valid requests for PHI; work with requestor as needed.
• Maintains knowledge of state laws, fee structures, CPS rules in conjunction with hospital policies. Performs other duties as assigned

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
• Must be 18 years of age OR Older
• 1+ years of experience in Healthcare Customer Service
• Experience with Release of Information (ROI) and medical record releases
• Experience with Microsoft Word (create correspondence and work within templates), Microsoft Excel (data entry, sort / filter, and work within tables) and Microsoft Outlook (email and calendar management)
• Ability to work onsite at Chandler Regional Medical Center – 1955 W Frye Rd, Chandler, AZ 85224
• Ability to work our normal business hours of 8:00am – 4:30pm MST. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime or weekends

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with healthcare terminology
• Experience with policy, and procedures within Arizona state law, federal, and HIPAA regulations
• Experience working in a hospital, physician’s office or medical clinic setting
• A clerical or administrative support background
• Experience working in a call center

Soft Skills:

• Ability to apply regulatory requirements to facilitate organizational compliance
• Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with requestors, i.e., Insurance Companies, Physician Offices, etc. and other stakeholders
• Effective organizational skills, demonstrating attention to details and excellent customer service skills
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Competent use of email, fax machines, copiers
• Effective communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to perform team-oriented job tasks with a conscientious awareness of detail and accuracy; effective organizational skills; ability to multi-task effectively

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $17.74 – $31.63 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

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

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