Medical Coordinator Job Description

A medical coordinator is a healthcare professional who works with individuals to access, organize, and manage health care services.

A medical coordinator often works with individuals following a hospital stay or after an acute illness or injury.

When an individual is discharged from an acute care hospital, a medical coordinator coordinates his or her care.

A medical coordinator works with the patient to develop a plan of care that outlines the services the individual will need.

A medical coordinator also helps the patient access appropriate health care services.

Job Brief:

We’re looking for a Medical Coordinator who is passionate about healthcare and helping others. This person will be responsible for coordinating medical care for patients, as well as working with insurance companies and other medical professionals. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and organizational skills, and be able to work independently. If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume and cover letter.

Medical Coordinator Duties:

• Provide administrative support in multiple capacities to maintain an efficient environment for healthcare providers
• Research, coordinate, and create correspondence between institutions and insurance companies
• Serve as liaison between physicians and other healthcare practitioners and patients
• Coordinate scheduling, admissions, and insurance verification
• Perform data entry, file management, and other administrative tasks as needed

Medical Coordinator Responsibilities:

• Coordinating medical appointments, procedures, and billing
• Managing and tracking medical and hospital records
• Contacting insurance companies and medical providers
• Organizing and coordinating the travel arrangements
• Managing expenses
• Tracking reimbursements

Requirements And Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience in medical coordination
• Knowledge of medical terminology, coding and billing
• Knowledge of medical protocols and treatments
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with a constant eye on quality
• Knowledge of jobsite safety practices required