Care Facilitation Coordinator

Overview

The Care Facilitation Coordinator provides administrative support and works closely with other areas of the Care Integration Department by entering authorizations for selected services, distributing faxes and tasks to appropriate team members, screening patients for care integration programs, and other supportive services to meet the needs of the population.

At Children's Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

For transparency and patient safety, new employees may be asked to supply immunization records and discuss exemptions with Human Resources. Seasonal influenza vaccination is a condition of employment for all employees, and vaccination may be required for measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and varicella if non-immune, as well as tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005.

• Process inpatient and outpatient prior authorization requests.
• Performs core administrative functions and support to the care teams.
• Support functions of the care team required to manage the assigned population.

• HS diploma or equivalent and 3-5 years of experience in clinical settings such as hospital or physician's office, and/or experience in managed care or Medicaid health plan.

The benefits plans at Children's Mercy are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families. Learn more about our benefits.

The pay range for this job begins at $21.70/hr; offers are determined based on education and experience.

Children's Mercy hires individuals based on job skills and ability to maintain professional relationships. A fair selection process includes interviews, education and training, experience, references, and background checks. The hospital does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire.

Children's Mercy is smoke- and tobacco-free. We value diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome the unique contributions each candidate can bring.