Primary Care Referral Coordinator

Primary Care Referral Coordinator

Salary

$46,463.04 - $66,684.41 Annually

Location

Corvallis, OR

Job Type

Regular Full-time

Job Number

26-00152

Department

Health Clinics

Division

AFSCME

Opening Date

10/23/2026

Closing Date

11/8/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit:

AFSCME

Classification:

PS2

FLSA Exempt Status

Overtime Non-Exempt

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Job Summary

Benton County is looking for a Primary Care Referral Coordinator to join our team!

The Referral Coordinator receives and processes internal referrals from the care team to outside providers and specialists. This work includes understanding the medical need documented, action requested by the provider, working with patient requests and insurance companies, sending communication to patients, and clearly and consistently documenting work in the electronic health record.

Community Health Centers of Benton and Linn Counties (CHC)

The CHC opened as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in 2004. It is the medical home for over 9,000 patients across five clinics and two counties. Our clinics are located in Corvallis, Monroe, Lebanon, and Sweet Home.

The CHC provides physical, behavioral, dental care, and medical treatment for substance use disorders. The Health Centers utilize the clinical team to support patients in accessing health. We are committed to improving health outcomes through a medical home model with a strong focus on prevention and disease management. The CHC sites are all Patient Center Primary Care Home (PCPCH) certified at a high level. Our organization serves communities with Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) ratings between 10 and 13 (https://data.hrsa.gov/tools/shortage-area/hpsa-find).

First review of applications is scheduled for November 8 ,2026.

Applications submitted after this date may or may not be considered. This listing may close at any time after the first review date.

Click here for a complete list of the duties, responsibilities and physical requirements of this position.

BENEFITS

• Generous time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance!

• 11 Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays + 8 hours of vacation accrual every month + sick leave. Vacation accrual increases with years of service.

• $0 Health Insurance Premium!

• Medical, Dental and Vision -cover your eligible family members without additional premium.

• In addition, the County contributes up to $1,900 per year to your Health Savings or Reimbursement account.

• Apart from your deductible you can use this money for things that aren't traditionally paid by insurance - i.e. Ibuprofen, Tylenol and other preventative type medications

• You never lose your Health Savings Account funds as it rolls over from year to year

• Dependents up to age 26 are covered.

• Get ready for retirement. Generous employer paid contributions!

• After 6 months of employment:

• The County makes a retirement contribution of 6% of your salary towards Oregon PERS.

• The County makes a deferred compensation 457b plan contribution of 1.5% of your salary. You can add more if you wish.

• A free and award-winning wellness program

• Interactive and personalized approach focused on your whole health.

• Onsite and virtual seminars, wellness challenges and fun activities.

• Monetary incentives and cool prizes to engage everyone and meet your individual needs.

• 100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000), Life ($50,000), and Long-Term Disability coverage.

• Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates.

• Annual salary range of: $46,463 - $66,684

• This position is eligible for up to two salary raises within your first year. Increases may be given at the end of the 6-month probationary period, depending on starting salary, and at the 1-year anniversary, as long as your performance is in good standing! Increases are given until the maximum of the salary range is reached.

• Have benefits questions?

• Reach out to us anytime: recruiting@bentocountyor.gov

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:

• High school diploma or GED; AND
• 4 years of administrative experience including office support duties, reception, clerical functions or related experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.
• Please note candidates must have at least 6 months of actual work experience to be considered as equivalent.

Special Requirements:

• Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check
• Valid Oregon drivers license or ability to obtain upon hire. This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle.

The Ideal Candidate

• Strong customer service focus

Self-motivated and organized, able to manage competing priorities

Effective verbal and written communication skills, in writing, on the phone, and in-person

Oriented towards teamwork

Resourceful and focused on problem-solving

Able to follow through with tasks and detail oriented

Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please click on the link: Oregon Pay Equity Law

Questions regarding this position can be directed to

Rachel Smith, Primary Care Clinical Practice Manager

Phone: 541-766-6736

Email: rachel.smith@bentoncountyor.gov

Working & Living in Benton County

Perfectly placed in the Willamette Valley, 90 miles south of Portland and 40 miles north of Eugene, Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural activities. Combined with outdoor recreation galore in the Cascade Range 80 miles to the east and the Coastal Range and Pacific Ocean 50 miles west, the county's 90,000 residents like to say they "have it all."

Working at Benton County

Living in Benton County

How to Apply

• To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button to fill out all information in the online application and complete the questionnaire. Failure to do so may result in your application being removed from consideration.
• Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date, or the first review date will be considered.
• Answer all supplemental questions.

After you Apply

• You will get an email stating your application has been submitted. Log in to your NeoGov account before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or notifications and make sure to complete these tasks before the job announcement closes. These can be found under the "My Applications" section.
• Be sure to check both your email and NeoGov account for updates regarding this recruitment.

Additional information

• This is a FLSA non-exempt position.
• This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
• This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle.
• This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
• Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans' preference please be sure to attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA.
• Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Securitys I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
• If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling 541-766-6081.

Benton County is an equal opportunity employer.

Helpful links and contact information

Learn more about Benton County

Understanding the County Application Process

Job Interest Cards webpage

For more information you may contact us by e-mail at recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov or by phone at 541-766-6081.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AT BENTON COUNTY

Working for the County is so much more than a job. It is a chance to make a local difference - in your own life and the lives of the people around you.

Perfectly placed in the Willamette Valley, ninety miles south of Portland and forty miles north of Eugene, Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural and major sporting events. Combined with unmatched outdoor recreation, County residents like to say they "have it all". With the Cascade Range, eighty miles to the East, and the Pacific Ocean fifty miles to the West - going out for a day at the beach, fishing, hunting, cycling or hiking is all within reach - Benton County truly offers something for everyone.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of its employees and their families. Competitive benefits and an active employee wellness program is a top priority for the County.

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Please share your experience working in Electronic Health Records. What systems have you worked with? What functions of the system are you most comfortable with?

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Please tell us about your experience working with clinical health care teams - communicating across many levels, accurately using medical terminology, and talking to patients regarding the status of their care plans.

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Employer Benton County (OR)

Address 4500 SW Research Way

Kalapuya Building

Corvallis, Oregon, 97333

Phone 541-766-6081

Website https://www.bentoncountyor.gov/