Patient Accounts Coordinator

Job Title: Patient Accounts Coordinator

Location: Torrance, CA 90505

Payrate: $20/hr - $27/hr

Duration: 3 Months (Possible extension or conversion)

Shift: 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday Friday

Summary:

The Patient Care Connect Coordinator is responsible for managing patient registration, appointment scheduling, and conducts eligibility functions, supports the process to retrieve authorizations, while handling inquiries and ensuring smooth coordination of care between patients and healthcare providers for multi-specialties. In addition, this role acts as a liaison, facilitating clear and effective communication between patients, medical staff, and other healthcare teams to ensure timely and accurate delivery of care and to ensure a smooth patient experience. Assists with clerical duties and other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities:

Clerical:

• Gathers patient demographics, insurance information, and referral documentation to accurately register new and returning patients.
• Acts as a patient liaison and primary point of contact for patients and caregivers and takes accountability for their patient experience.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness in entering information into computer systems utilizing proper Care Connect functions.
• Confers with patients and third-party payers to ensure the eligibility and authorization of services.
• Identifies alternative financial sources for services and facilitates processing of application/approval.
• Fields patient account inquiries.
• Maintain accurate patient records within the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Schedules patient's appointments in a timely manner, and at the request of the physician, while accommodating patient's needs. This includes but not limited to: laboratories, diagnostic testing and consultations as needed.

Patient Coordination/Customer Service:

• Acts as a liaison guiding patients through the Keck process, including explaining procedures, providing directions, and answering questions regarding their visit.
• Responsible for coordination of patient communication, scheduling appointments, handling inquiries, and coordinating care between patients and healthcare provider.
• Ensures a smooth patient experience by addressing concerns and facilitating necessary information flow within the healthcare system.
• Utilizes courtesy, compassion, kindness and honesty while interacting with public, patients, and all clinic personnel.
• Greets patients in a courteous and professional manner.
• Assists patients with accessing and utilizing the online patient portal to view medical history and communicate with their healthcare team.
• Provides basic information about procedures, medications, and/or post-care instructions.
• Escorts patients to other departments if needed, provides directions to other departments within system.
• Assists patients to overcome barriers to care, e.g. coordination of translation services, medical financial assistance by directing patients and caregivers to the appropriate department for support.
• Acts as a communication hub between patients, healthcare providers, and other departments both internal and external.
• Works with various hospital personnel to resolve issues and accommodate patient.

Required Experience / Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 1 2+ years of healthcare scheduling, patient access, or front office experience preferred
• Sell Messages (to attract candidates)
• Opportunity to join a reputable healthcare system supporting Orthopedics specialty care
• Stable onsite schedule with a collaborative clinic team
• Direct impact on improving patient access and experience

Must-Haves (3 5):

• Experience in healthcare or a medical office setting, particularly with scheduling
• Background in high-volume patient scheduling or call center environments
• Strong customer service and patient communication skills
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems
• Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced clinic environment
• Professional, polished appearance

Nice-to-Haves (3 5):

• Bilingual (Spanish Highly preferred)
• Orthopedics or specialty clinic experience
• Insurance verification or referrals knowledge
• Prior access center or patient navigation experience