Referral Specialist at Mirasol Family Health Center in Hermiston, Oregon

Job Description:

Position Title: Referral Specialist


City: Hermiston

State/Territory: US-OR

Employment Duration: Full time

Offer Relocation: No

Excempt Status: Non-exempt

ID: 14132

Description:

Join our team as a Referral Specialist at Mirasol Family Health Center in Hermiston, OR, and be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! At Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, we value inclusivity, and we are more than just a job – we are a community committed to the well-being of our migrant farmworkers.

We've transformed into a leading community health center. With 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon, we offer a wide range of services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical/dental clinics.

Explore our short clips, "WE are Yakima - WE are Family" and "YVFWC - And then we grew," for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families.

What We Offer

• $17.81-$21.82/hour DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates
• Additional 4% differential for your bilingual skills!
• 100% employer-paid health insurance including medical, dental, vision, Rx, 24/7 telemedicine
• Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available
• Generous PTO, eight paid holidays, and much more!

What You’ll Do:

• Manage work queues regarding referral activity daily to ensure timely processing and/or completion.
• Assist with patient referrals for additional services needed with internal and external medical facilities.
• Assist with patient insurance authorization.
• Assist with appointment setup as needed.
• Coordinate follow-up between referral source and patient.
• Ensure chart notes and follow-up documentation are linked to the referral.
• Provide translated educational materials and directions to patients when necessary.
• Process incoming correspondence and respond to calls, emails, and faxes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• One year's experience working in a medical and/or dental front office setting, with insurance referrals and authorizations, is preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is required at level 9
• Knowledge of or ability to learn medical terminology is required
• Ability to prioritize work, handle a variety of tasks simultaneously, and complete projects in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills

Our mission celebrates diversity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.

Contact us at jobs@yvfwc.org to learn more about this opportunity!

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