Job Title: Patient Coordinator I (Contract)
Location: New York, NY
Shift: Day, 5×8 hrs (08:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
Pay Rate: $20/hr
Position Overview:
Navitas Healthcare, LLC is seeking Patient Coordinator I (Contract) for an exciting Travel or Local job in New York, NY.
Key Responsibilities:
Greet patients in person or by phone and update demographics/insurance information.
Verify insurance coverage and ensure physician participation with the patient’s plan.
Communicate patient arrival to clinical staff and ensure charts/records are ready.
Monitor the waiting room and keep patients informed of wait times.
Collect co-pays, issue receipts, and follow cash-control procedures.
Schedule follow-up appointments and manage records requests.
Process HIPAA forms, referrals, and authorizations.
Answer phones, schedule appointments, and assist with simple charge entry or payment recording.
Make reminder calls when assigned and maintain accurate patient account information.
Perform general administrative duties as needed.
Work Environment:
Requires regular use of office equipment, bending, stooping, filing, and moving around the office.
Required Skills & Experience:
Minimum 1 year of experience in a physician practice or similar healthcare setting.
Proficiency with computer-based scheduling systems (IDX preferred).
Strong typing, data entry, communication, and customer service skills.
Ability to work effectively with diverse and limited-English-proficiency populations.
Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Education:
High School Diploma or GED required.
For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.