The Support Coordinator will assist with all aspects of patient care. Coordinate clinic schedules, patient appointments and follow up. Answers patient phone calls, verify insurance benefits, prepare charts for clinic and prepare charge tickets for clinic visits. He/She will also coordinate scheduling of all surgeries and diagnostic testing for patients which include sending pre-op packets to patients with surgery instructions, prepare surgery charge tickets and compile letters of medical necessity. The Support Coordinator will assist with the office clerical duties. Other duties may include: assisting multidisciplinary team in managing the care of the patient's thru all phases (In-take/Evaluation/Listed) by acting as a liaison between the clinic and referring physicians; assisting in managing follow-up care for post surgical patients by setting up follow up care appointments; and/or coordinating an organized and efficient case flow of clinic scheduling. Must work with any and every Physician.

Supports the Concierge Medicine program by assisting with all aspects of patient care. The Support Coordinator provides specialized assistance to patients and their families by answering patient phone calls, scheduling appointments, gathering medical records, meeting and greeting with patients, verifying insurance benefits, and preparing charts for clinic. Assists in supporting patient care through all phases including the onboarding of new patients. Assists the clinic with all clerical duties to support the Concierge Medicine program operations. Must work with program physicians and patient liaisons. Other duties as assigned. Must have exceptional customer service skills and excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, read and write English proficiently. Must be comfortable with computers and medical terminology.

Essential Duties:

• Clerical 1. Has thorough understanding and expertise in the use of computer systems, e.g. Cerner and GE Centricity Business. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness in entering information into computer systems. 2. Processes new referrals in a timely manner; this includes obtaining required outside medical records, entering demographic information into computer system as assigned, providing medical records to physician / multidisciplinary team for review, verifying insurance and obtaining authorization for visits and procedures as assigned. 3. Coordinates scheduling of patient’s evaluation and clinic appointments in a timely manner, and at the request of the physician, while accommodating patient’s needs. This includes but not limited to: laboratories, diagnostic testing and consultations as needed. 4. Gives proper patient instructions, and schedules patient mandatory teaching classes as needed..
• Patient Navigation/Customer Service 5. Acts as a single point of contact for patients and caregivers, and takes accountability for their patient experience. Provides information and guidance to patients and caregivers regarding all areas of patient care. This includes but not limited to: scheduling, paperwork, and follow-up appointments. 6. Utilizes courtesy, compassion, kindness and honesty while interacting with public, patients, and all clinic personnel. Greets patients in a courteous and professional manner. 7. Escorts patients to other departments if needed, provides directions to other departments within USC system. 8. Administers screening tools to assess patients’ needs under the supervision of Patient Navigation Program Coordinator. Refers patients to internal supportive care services: dietician, social worker, financial counselor, chaplain, physical therapy. Educates and encourages patients on ways to keep and update their own plan of care and medical records. 9. Assists patients to overcome barriers to care, e.g. transportation, childcare, coordination of translation services, financial assistance by directing patients and caregivers to community resources and services. 10. Facilitates communication between patient and caregivers, and all members of the care team, including physicians, nurses, lab, etc. Communicates all changes with patient and case information to all involved personnel. Works with various hospital personnel to resolve issues and accommodate patient. 11. Adheres to policies aimed to protect patient confidentiality.
• Teamwork/Collaboration 12. Demonstrates flexibility in covering other staff members for sick time, vacation, or leave of absence. 13. Possesses ability to work independently and in a team setting. 14. Maintains an open line of communication with management and other staff and demonstrates a professional demeanor at all times. 15. Is involved with and keeps abreast of changes within the USC healthcare system. 16. Actively participates in the USC Navigators team; works with other Care Navigators and Patient Navigation Coordinator to apply standardized protocols, as well as determine and address the necessity for customized service approaches.
• 17. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Req High school or equivalent
• Req Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Pref 1 year Experience in acute care or ambulatory care setting. *Entry level accepted.
• Pref Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Pref Familiarity with word processing, IDX, Cerner, PBAR and scheduling software is preferred.
• Pref Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association

Required Licenses/Certifications:

• Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)

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