Hospital for Special Surgery

Care Coordination Specialist - Ortho Now

Hospital for Special Surgery$86K — $96K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Alternatively, 5-7 years of relevant experience may be accepted.
  • Minimum 2 years in a patient-facing outpatient role.
  • Exceptional communication and customer service skills for handling patient/provider interactions.
  • Strong organizational, independent decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Epic, Salesforce, and internet navigation.
  • Familiarity with medical terminology, billing, and insurance processes.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a primary resource for patients and providers, addressing inquiries promptly.
  • Manage scheduling and facilitate follow-up appointments, ensuring referral closure.
  • Conduct pre-appointment screenings to validate program eligibility and provide direction.
  • Generate and distribute patient-related documents such as letters and prescription renewals as directed by providers.
  • Oversee and manage patient work queues, ensuring timely completion of administrative tasks.
  • Upload prior authorizations and relevant documentation into patient charts for provider review.
  • Coordinate with care navigation teams and other departments to enhance care delivery.

Benefits

  • Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Retirement savings plan with employer matching.
  • Paid time off and holiday pay.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
  • Employee wellness programs and resources.
Full Job Description
Emp Status
Regular Full time

Work Shift
Variable (United States of America)

Compensation Range
The base pay scale for this position is $41.38 - $46.04. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

What you will be doing

Job Qualifications

Education - Required
  • Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • In lieu of education, 5-7 years of relevant experience may be considered.


Experience - Required
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in a patient-facing outpatient role.


Skills & Competencies
  • Superior communication and customer service skills, with the ability to handle patient or provider frustration professionally.
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities with independent decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated reliability in following assignments to completion and prioritizing patient care needs.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Epic, and Salesforce; strong computer literacy and internet navigation skills.
  • Familiarity with medical terminology, medical billing, and insurance processes.
  • Quick learner with the ability to understand and convey new information effectively.


POSITION & UNIT ACCOUNTABILITIES

Patient Coordination & Support:
  • Serve as a consistent resource for patients and providers, addressing questions and concerns promptly.
  • Directly schedule and facilitate follow-up appointments within HSS and with external providers, ensuring full closure of the referral loop.
  • Perform pre-appointment screening to confirm program appropriateness and redirect when necessary.
  • Provide patients with letters, prescription renewals, and instructions per provider direction.


Clinical & Administrative Functions:
  • Monitor and manage patient work queues; perform check-in/check-out procedures; ensure timely completion and closure of encounters.
  • Obtain and upload prior authorizations, test results, and related documentation into patient charts for provider review.
  • Answer inbound calls and conduct outbound follow-up communications to ensure timely next steps.


Operational Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with care navigation teams, physician practices, radiology, PT, and ancillary services to streamline care delivery.
  • Build and maintain professional relationships across all service lines to improve care coordination and patient satisfaction.

About Hospital for Special Surgery

Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) is a hospital in New York City that specializes in orthopedic surgery and the treatment of rheumatologic conditions. Founded in 1863 by James Knight, HSS is the oldest orthopedic hospital in the United States. The hospital has been ranked the top orthopedic hospital in the United States by U.S. News & World Report for 11 consecutive years. HSS has a staff of over 4000 employees, including more than 200 physicians and surgeons, and treats over 32,000 inpatients and 300,000 outpatients annually.
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Founded
1863

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