Referral Specialist - Midwest Cardiology

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Why Saint Joseph Health System? Saint Joseph Health System is a not-for-profit, multi-hospital health system located in North Central Indiana. Our system includes: 254-bed acute-care hospital at the Mishawaka Medical Center 58-bed acute-care hospital at the Plymouth Medical Center More than 85 providers in the Saint Joseph Physician Network What we offer: Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental and vision coverage. Retirement savings account with employer match Generous paid time off programs Employee referral incentive program Tuition/professional development reimbursement Nursing Scholarship opportunities JOB SUMMARY Performs clerical, reception, scheduling and patient financial account functions. Assists in coordinating primary healthcare services to a large outpatient client population. Retrieves, reviews and assigns and/or distributes all referrals/faxes. Verifies eligibility and status of referrals when appropriate for the physician office and/or member. JOB SPECIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES Education: High school graduate or equivalent is preferred. Previous training in general medical office skills and procedures. Proficient and knowledgeable of medical terminology. Experience: One to two years' experience is preferred. Recent physician office, hospital business office or background in claims or customer service required. Computer proficient and appropriate telephone etiquette skills required. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.