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MultiCare Health System

Referral Coordinator

Posted 11 Days Ago
Remote
Hiring Remotely in USA
21-30 Hourly
Junior
Remote
Hiring Remotely in USA
21-30 Hourly
Junior
Coordinates patient referrals between providers and health plans by expediting administrative requirements, interpreting referral and insurance guidelines, and supporting efficient healthcare service operations. Serves as a resource on managed care policies, applies medical benefit and coding knowledge, and uses independent judgment and professional communication to resolve referral-related needs.
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Join a team that shares your calling 

At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home. 

FTE: 1 Shift: Day Schedule: Clinic hours

Position Summary

The Referral Coordinator is responsible for expediting the administrative requirements of patient referrals between participating providers and patient health plans. The incumbent acts as a resource regarding referrals and insurance plan guidelines. This role requires the ability to interpret medical guidelines, benefits, policies and procedures in order to ensure the efficient operations of patient health care services.

Responsibilities:

  • You will expedite administrative requirements and logistics
  • You will serve as a resource on referrals and insurance plan guidelines
  • You will apply discretion, good judgment, and professional communication to all work experiences
  • You will regularly utilize independent decision-making capacities and strong interpersonal skills

Requirements:

  • High school graduate or equivalent preferred
  • Two (2) years experience working in a medical setting or insurance company
  • Experience in managed care desired
  • Experience with CPT and ICD-9 coding, preferred

Why MultiCare? 

 

Rooted in the local community 

Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years. 

 

Growth and education 

Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you. 

 

Well-being and support 

Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life. 

 

Living our values 

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other. 

 

Belonging for all 

Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued. 

 

Pacific Northwest lifestyle 

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $20.88 - $30.05 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.

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