What are the responsibilities and job description for the Authorization Referral Coordinator position at Sutter Health?
Qualifications:
- HS Diploma Or equivalent education/experience – Required
- 1 year of prior Medical Assistant or healthcare experience - Preferred
- Knowledge of medical terminology/anatomy
- Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Computer skills to include keyboarding, mouse movement, data entry and scheduling programs
- Verbal\ written communication skills for frequent and challenging contact with physicians, employees, patients and patient families; requires patience and compassion
- Ability to effectively organize and prioritize tasks in order to complete assignments within the time allotted and maintain standard workflow
- Ability to work with others in a flexible and cooperative manner
- Ability to sit for long periods at a time
- Ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions
- Strong active listening skills; including excellent interpersonal skills and telephone communication
- Applies moderate mental application and concentration to handle multiple procedures and interruptions throughout the day
- Bilingual in one other language is desired for this role to better serve the community and patient population, preferred
Employee Status: Regular
Benefits: Yes
Position Status: Non-Exempt
Union: No
Job Shift: Day
Shift Hours:8 Hour Shift
Days of the Week Scheduled:Monday-Friday
Weekend Requirements: None
Schedule: Full Time
Hrs Per 2wk Pay Period:80
Applications Accepted:All Applications Accepted