Senior Clinical Administrative Coordinator at Optum

This position follows a hybrid schedule with three (3) in-office days per week. Our office is located at 1201 Pleasant Valley Rd., Owensboro, KY, 42303.

Opportunities at Owensboro Health, in strategic partnership with Optum. Our team of over 4,900 talented people works to improve the health outcomes of our communities in Kentucky and Indiana. Our nonprofit system is comprised of over 200 providers at more than 20 locations, 3 outpatient facilities, a certified medical fitness facility, a surgical weight loss center and the Mitchell Memorial Cancer Center. We are continually searching for people like you to help us provide the most innovative health care service in the region. Join an organization that will make you feel valued and discover the meaning behind: Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

This position is full time, Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8:00am - 4:30pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.

We offer weeks of on-the-job training. The hours of the training will be aligned with your schedule.

Primary Responsibilities

• Processing all release of information (ROI) requests, specifically medical record, and billing requests, in a timely and efficient manner
• This role must also ensure accuracy and provide clients and customers with the highest quality product and customer service
• At all times, Senior Clinical Administrative Coordinator must safeguard and protect the patient's right to privacy by ensuring that only authorized individuals have access to the patient's medical information and that all releases of information are compliant with the request, authorization, client policy, and state and federal laws to include HIPAA regulations
• The Senior Clinical Administrative Coordinator engages in direct customer service, when applicable, and must perform duties and conduct interpersonal relationships in a manner designed to project a positive image of the ROI department
• Promotes positive customer relations through prompt and courteous service. Review each request for validity according to request type and written guidelines rejects invalid requests/provides timely feedback to requestors regarding non-valid requests for PHI; work with requestor as needed
• Maintains knowledge of state laws, fee structures, CPS rules in conjunction with hospital policies.
• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, detail orientated, and ability to work in a team environment.
  
  

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

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED
• Must be 18 years of age OR Older
• 1+ years of customer service experience in healthcare, government (state or federal), social services, or human services settings
• Basic experience with Microsoft Word & Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule, splitting time between remote work and onsite at 1201 Pleasant Valley Rd., Owensboro, KY, 42303
• Ability to work Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within the health care Industry and with health care insurance
• Experience working with Microsoft Outlook (email and calendar management)
• Experience working in a hospital, physician's office or medical clinic setting
• Clerical or administrative support background
• Experience working in a call center
  
  

Telecommuting Requirements

• Reside within commutable distance to the office at 1201 Pleasant Valley Rd., Owensboro, KY, 42303
• Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable)
• Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy.
• Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service.
• All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
  
  

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $20.00 - $35.72 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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