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There is an on-call rotation every 4-5 weeks, which runs Monday through Sunday and may include some holidays. The regular schedule is an 8-hour shift, Monday through Friday, between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM. Location: 19500 W IH-10, San Antonio, TX 78257 Primary
Daily scheduling of all physician orders, new referrals, and schedules with appropriate field clinicians Reports new or pertinent patient information to field clinicians Schedules per physician order all visits/tasks specific to each patient from the beginning to conclusion of directed patient care: supervisory visits, re-certification visits, discharge visits, transfers, and post-hospital visits and ensures accuracy Updates clinician schedules frequently to remain in compliance with current physician orders Communicates all new physician orders and new referrals with contract therapy staff Responsible for checking email, Tiger Connect, team messaging system and voicemail to respond to time-sensitive messages from customers, leadership, lower-level management Prepares clinicians schedules and assign clinicians to patients based on the frequency and expected duration of prescribed treatments and therapies per physician order Demonstrates exceptional customer service to all patients, clinicians, and family members Participates with on-call rotation for home health approximately one week per month to include shared holiday coverage Perform general clerical duties in support of patient services.
These include, but are not limited to, answering phones, copying, faxing, and reviewing incoming referral information for accuracy What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group? Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include: Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan Education Reimbursement Employee Discounts Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Bonus Program Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.) More information can be downloaded at: http://uhg.hr/uhgbenefits You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
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High School Diploma / GED 1+ years of experience performing administrative duties in a medical setting or home health setting 1+ years of experience in a position that requires multitasking in a fast-paced environment 1+ years of scheduling experience Intermediate level of proficiency in Microsoft Office products Ability to occasionally work on call during weekends
Experience & familiarity with medical terminology Prior home health experience Soft
Attention to detail Strong communication skills Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
The hourly pay for this role will range from $17.98 to $32.12 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone.
We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace.
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