Referral Specialist (PHG Wrens)

Full-Time Referral Specialist

About the Company: Jefferson Hospital services are provided for both inpatients and outpatients and the scope of service is consistent with the current mission of the hospital to provide quality community-based primary health care to Jefferson and surrounding counties.

Job Description: The Physicians’ Health Group Referral Specialist is responsible for facilitating and coordinating
patient referrals, ensuring timely access to specialist services, and obtaining proper
authorization for procedures.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Answer phone calls, schedule appointments, and handle patient inquiries
• Maintain and update patient records, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy
• Obtains, verifies, and processes referrals for patients needing to see specialists
  or receive certain procedures.
• Obtains necessary authorizations and pre-certifications from insurance
  companies for procedures. Ensures timely reimbursement.
• Verifies patient eligibility and benefits with insurance companies to ensure proper
  coverage.

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
  
• At least one year of experience in a medical office setting is required.

Top benefits:

As a team member at Jefferson Hospital, you’ll enjoy:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Health, vision, dental
• Paid Time Off
  
• Growth, Development, and Advancement Opportunities