Part Time Associate Patient Care Coordinator

Optum NY/NJ, is seeking  
** a Part Time Associate Patient Care Coordinator
** to join our team in Lake Success, NY. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career and will empower you to live your best life at work and erience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country.

Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while  
** Caring. Connecting. Growing together.*
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* Schedule:

** This is a  
** 15‑hour‑per‑week position** , scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of  
** 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
** The role could include  
** Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
** The final schedule will be determined by the supervisor upon hire.

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* Location:

** 2800 Marcus Ave Suite 101, Lake Success, NY 11042

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* Primary Responsibilities:

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* + Obtain accurate and updated patient information, such as name, address and insurance information

+ Perform insurance verification on the date of service

+ Obtain patient signatures for required documents

+ Upload a valid Government issued state  patient and patient insurance cards

+ Accurate and complete occupational medicine registration workflow

+ File and maintain medical records

+ Confirms and schedule appointments

+ Follow the payment Security policy and procedures according to Optum Medical guidelines

+ Answers incoming phone calls in a courteous and prompt manner; directs calls and takes messages

+ Ability to maintain a work queue list- complete any pending actions i.e. referrals, scheduling appointments

+ Perform referral documentation promptly

+ Working daily in the claims edit work queue to correct registration errors for submission to insurance companies

+ Adhere to the standards identified via Sparq regarding Optum Employee Policies

+ Work cohesively with fellow employees to achieve specific team goals

+ Comfortable working in high pace environment

+ Assure the continuity of care through scheduling and tracking systems

+ Notify clinical staff of schedule changes as they occur

+ Comply with administrative policies to ensure quality of care

+ Demonstrate precision and efficiency in scanning documents and monitoring the fax server, retrieving and / or scanning documents and assigning to the appropriate electronic chart

+ Perform other related duties and assignments as required

+ All employees are expected to keep abreast of current medical requirements relevant to their position, which includes maintaining patient confidentiality and abiding by all HIPPA and OSHA requirements

+ Work Independently

** What are the reasons to consider working for United Health 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

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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:  (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./uhgbenefits

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