Referral Specialist Position Available In Leon, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: Referral Specialist position at Neighborhood Medical Center Inc. in Tallahassee, FL involves prioritizing and managing referrals within protocols, coordinating with insurance companies, and educating patients on entitlement programs. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, previous case management experience, and the ability to work independently. The salary ranges between $16.00 and $17.00 per hour.
Job Description
Between $16.00 and
$17.00
Per Hour
DOE (Depends on Experience)
Position range in Florida $24.36 – $35.87 Per hour Referral Specialist
NEIGHBORHOOD MEDICAL CENTER INC.
Occupation:
Healthcare Social Workers
Location:
Tallahassee, FL – 32308
Positions available: 2
Job #: 12473492
Source:
Employ Florida
Posted:
2/27/2025
Updated:
2/28/2025
Expires:
4/28/2025
Web Site:
Employ Florida
Onsite /
Remote:
Work onsite all of the time
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Other, see job description Shift Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. HS Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Ensure referral policies and workflows. Prioritize referrals by urgency and perform within Neighborhood Medical Center protocols.
Initiate referral process and requirements including patient demographics, insurance information and clinical encounters.
Maintain ongoing tracking and documentation on referrals through the completion of the referral process, including obtaining clinical notes for closing the referral loop.
Communicate with insurance companies to initiate prior approval/pre-certification requirements.
Request new referrals/orders per need.
Follow up with patients, care providers and community partners on all referrals.
Educate and assist patients in enrolling in Medicaid, SNAP, WIC and other entitlement programs.
Identify and utilize community resources; establish relationships with medical providers and personnel.
Act as the point of contact for patients and specialists regarding questions or concerns.
Qualifications and Experience:
High school diploma or its equivalent and/or bachelor’s degree in social work or health sciences.
Previous experience in case management or referral management preferred. Team-oriented with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Must clear a Level 2 Background Check.
Ability to function independently.
Ability to work flexible hours.
Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.
Full Time with varying shifts
Must successfully complete a level II background and reference checks. Help for Employer Information. Opens a new window.
