UM Coordinator - Full-time / Part-time

Overview

Dignity Health Medical Foundation, established in 1993, is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation with care centers throughout California. Dignity Health Medical Foundation is an affiliate of Dignity Health - one of the largest health systems in the nation - with hospitals and care centers in California, Arizona and Nevada. Today, Dignity Health Medical Foundation works hand-in-hand with physicians and providers throughout California to provide comprehensive health care services to the many communities we serve. As Dignity Health Medical Foundation continues to grow and establish new premier care centers, we provide increasing support and investment in the latest technologies, finest physicians and state-of-the-art medical facilities. We strive to create purposeful work settings where staff can provide great care, while advancing in knowledge and experience through challenging work assignments and stimulating relationships. Our staff is well-trained and highly skilled, qualities that are vital to maintaining excellence in care and service.

Responsibilities

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Manager, the UM Coordinator coordinates the Bed Day process including referral creation, discharge dates, bed types for IG and OOG hospital admissions and provides key support actions for the department such as scheduling timely post hospital discharge follow up appointments for all managed care inpatients and for patients with diabetic education needs, ensuring communication of these appointments, coordinating information with multiple departments and providing statistical reporting.

Additionally, supports the Skilled Nursing Facility program through referral formation and data entry.

This position is able to work with a variety of staff and in multiple areas as a self starter with accuracy.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• 3 years experience in a medical environment utilizing computer programs.
• Working knowledge of both front and back office.
• High School Graduate
• Experience and comfort with multiple computer programs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a group.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong understanding and experience in insurances preferred.
• Training in ICD codes, provider scheduling programs, communication skills preferred.