We are known for providing the highest quality care for our patients and our team of highly-skilled physical and occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists and personal trainers who are honored and delighted to help patients reach their goals.
The Patient Care Coordinator (PCC) shall be responsible for the clinical administrative functions of patient triage on intake, scheduling, communication with referral department, and clinic-based activities required to ensure accurate billing and claims processes and ensure they are accomplished consistent with Golden Bear Therapy Partners policy and procedures, and HIPAA requirements.
The Patient Care Coordinator (PCC) is also responsible for assisting licensed clinical staff in assisting patients, maintaining the overall cleanliness of the clinic, and ensuring office equipment is in working order. Strong customer service and computer skills are necessary for this role. The individual must communicate in a friendly and professional manner with patients, clients, and employees. The Patient Care Coordinator (PCC) will perform other duties as required.
ESSENTIAL POSITION DUTIES
Greets warmly and maintains a friendly, welcoming relationship with all patients and clients, including among others, physicians and physician office staff
Clearly communicates with all staff, including clinical and corporate employees, in a friendly and courteous manner
Responsible for answering phones and greeting patients with the utmost professionalism and care
Schedules new patients and collect all necessary information in order to verify insurance with the carrier
Accurately and completely enters patient information and demographics into computer system
Submits patient insurance information in a timely fashion to ensure benefits are verified before the patient’s initial evaluation
Provides patients with an explanation of their benefits and thoroughly answers all questions
Calls and confirms new patient appointments
Collects co-pays/deductibles and payments prior to the patient being seen by provider per established policies and procedures. Inform patient of any outstanding balance and issues receipt when monies are collected
Works closely with Billing Department, Physical Therapists, and Aide staff to assure smooth patient flow
Follow up on “no show” patients on a daily basis
Treatment authorization and/or continued treatment Rx follow up
Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential
Maintains schedule targets by reporting percentages of arrivals, cancelations, and rescheduled appointments to the Regional Administration Manager
Maintains physical therapy supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies and communicating to person in charge or ordering
Participates in and adheres to, as required, the HIPAA Policies and Procedures of Golden Bear Therapy Partners.

