Detail-oriented and highly organized referral coordinator with several-year history of serving patients in the field setting. Technically savvy and expert user of various software packages. Interested in contributing to industry.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Referral Coordinator
FirstHealth of the Carolinas- Richmond Memorial Hospital
Rockingham
04.2019 - 06.2025
Coordinated patient referrals between primary care physicians and specialists.
Managed appointment scheduling for various medical departments.
Communicated with patients regarding referral processes and requirements.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure timely referrals.
Assisted patients in navigating insurance authorization processes.
Prioritized referrals according to urgency and adhered to appropriate referral deadlines.
Reviewed demographic, clinical and insurance information before sending to referred specialists.
Communicated regularly with patients regarding their care plans following a referral.
Reviewed data obtained from referring physicians for completeness and accuracy.
Outpatient Clerk
FirstHealth
Pinehurst
03.2018 - 04.2019
Managed patient check-in and registration processes efficiently.
Scheduled appointments and coordinated with medical staff daily.
Maintained accurate patient records in the electronic health system.
Greeted patients upon arrival and provided assistance as needed.
Performed basic office duties such as filing, photocopying, faxing and scanning.
Prepared documents for billing purposes and submitted claims electronically.
Entered patient demographic data into the electronic medical record system.
Processed patient co-payments in accordance with clinic policy.
Maintained patient records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of information.
Verified insurance coverage for scheduled appointments.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Fine Arts
Richmond Community College
Hamlet, NC
Skills
Patient referral coordination
Appointment scheduling
Insurance authorization
EHR management
Time management
Attention to detail
Insurance precertification processes
Timeline
Referral Coordinator
FirstHealth of the Carolinas- Richmond Memorial Hospital