Patient Care Coordinator 2381375 | Auburn, Massachusetts

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Touch device users, explore by touch or with swipe gestures. Go Explore remote jobs Pursue your passion and potential Patient Care Coordinator Auburn, Massachusetts Apply Internal apply Bookmark job Jump to Our values Job description Benefits Testimonial Awards & recognitions Related content Caring. Connecting. Growing together. With these values to guide us, our people are committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we are honored to serve. Integrity Compassion Inclusion Relationships Innovation Performance Back to nav Patient Care Coordinator Requisition number: 2381375 Job category: Healthcare Delivery Primary location: Auburn, Massachusetts Date posted: 08/14/2026 Overtime status: Non-exempt Travel: No Share this job Facebook X LinkedIn Email Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Optum is seeking a Patient Care Coordinator to join our growing geriatrics team. At Optum, we are transforming healthcare nationally while providing physician-led care locally. Work with the largest care delivery organization in the world and start doing your life's best work. This position performs a full range of administrative support services for clinic/site including collection of co-payments, scheduling of patients for medical procedures, tests, associated ancillary services, and other related duties. Answers telephone calls for the department in the assigned department queue. Works with supervisor and other staff to meet metric expectations for phone service. Works to resolve patient complaints, provides education on processes and department scheduling procedures to ensure the highest level of patient/customer satisfaction. Hours : Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm Location : 4 brotherton way Auburn MA Primary Responsibilities: Supports a high volume of calls typically for a defined region/dept with back up support to a sister region/dept adhering to department productivity standards set forth by service line Screens all incoming patient inquires (through phone, or potentially mychart) to determine whether those inquiries can be appropriately handled by the Patient Care Coordinator or if they need to be directed to other team members. This includes chart review to identify previous activity that may have occurred related to the call Adheres to service line booking guidelines to ensure that clinic utilization is optimized safely and effectively as well as supports the needs of our patients Initiates request for forms, letters, medication renewals, referrals, prior authorizations, and any other administrative needs submitted by patients following standard work determined by service line and answers any corresponding questions. Understands all documents and processes Documents details of each call in the patients' electronic medical record using both service line documentation tools as well in addition to free text when appropriate to ensure coordination of care Reviews and facilitates the updating of missing /outdated information in the patient record with each call including demographics, primary care physician selection, and insurance Effectively deescalates issues with upset patients and practices Uses advanced listening techniques to understand the issue and give patients options as they are available to help resolve and ensure satisfaction. May refer difficult or highly complex phone calls and issues to a supervisor Participates in resolving operational difficulties and communicates with supervisor regarding department issues/ problems and opportunities for improvement Develops and maintains effective and efficient communication with the patient, interdisciplinary team, department staff, providers, and other agencies Participates in problem solving activities, focusing on productivity and quality Works with supervisors to ensure continuous improvement of the department Attends required team and/or regional meetings to learn new workflows and stay connected with various teams Customer Service: Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients, visitors, staff and external customers in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations Decision Making: Ability to make decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation. May make recommendations for solving problems of moderate complexity and importance Problem Solving: Ability to address problems that are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation, knowledge and skills based on general precedents. Written Communications: Ability to summarize and communicate moderately complex information in varied written formats to internal and external customers Oral Communications: Ability to comprehend and communicate complex verbal information to medical center staff, patients, families, and external customers Knowledge: Ability to demonstrate full working knowledge of standard work, practices, procedures, and policies with the ability to use them in varied situations Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams of consisting of remote and onsite staff to improve the operations of immediate work group by offering ideas, identifying issues, and respecting team members Complies with health and safety requirements and with regulatory agencies Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives Enhances professional growth and development through educational programs, seminars, etc. Attends a variety of meetings, conferences, and seminars as required or directed Regular, reliable and predictable attendance is required Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed 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.) 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. Required Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED 1+ years of administrative experience in a healthcare setting 1+ years of EPIC experience (or similar EMR) Access to reliable transportation Preferred Qualifications: Intermediate level of computer proficiency including MS Word, Excel, Outlook and the ability to use multiple web applications Soft Skills: Ability to work independently and maintain good judgment and accountability Demonstrated ability to work well with health care providers Strong organizational and time management skills Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks to meet all deadlines Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to speak clearly and concisely, conveying information in a manner that others can understand, as well as ability to understand and interpret information from others 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 $18.00 to $32.00 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. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. #RPO #RED Apply Internal apply Bookmark job Back to nav Benefits Our mission of helping people live healthier lives extends to our team members. Learn more about our range of benefits designed to help you live well. Life Resources and support to focus on what matters most to you, in every facet of your life. Emotional Education, tools and resources to help you reduce and manage stress, build resilience and more. Physical Health plans and other coverage to support wellness for you and your loved ones. Financial Benefits for today and to help you plan for the future, including your retirement. Learn more Back to nav Previous slide Being able to connect with so many people that all have the same goal in giving the best care possible is something truly special. Brooke G. Senior Pharmacy Technician At Optum, I receive the support, resources, and flexibility that I want so that I can be the best doctor possible while also finding personal and professional satisfaction. Dr. Conan T. Regional Chief of Primary Care We’re applying artificial intelligence to build something that can help people in their most distressed moments. The problems you work on here have an impact on someone’s life. Achala S. Senior Director and AI Architect Being able to connect with so many people that all have the same goal in giving the best care possible is something truly special. Brooke G. Senior Pharmacy Technician At Optum, I receive the support, resources, and flexibility that I want so that I can be the best doctor possible while also finding personal and professional satisfaction. Dr. Conan T. Regional Chief of Primary Care We’re applying artificial intelligence to build something that can help people in their most distressed moments. The problems you work on here have an impact on someone’s life. Achala S. Senior Director and AI Architect Being able to connect with so many people that all have the same goal in giving the best care possible is something truly special. Brooke G. Senior Pharmacy Technician Next slide Go to slide 1 Go to slide 2 Go to slide 3 Back to nav We’re honored to be recognized for our exceptional work culture Back to nav Discover our family of businesses See how we’re structured to help build a modern, high-performing health system. Learn more Explore our hiring process Learn what to expect when you pursue an opportunity with us. 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