Intake Scheduling Specialist - Bengali Speaking Preferred
Job Summary
About the role
The Intake Scheduling Specialist processes referrals; explains the program(s) and their benefits to potential enrollees and their families; addresses Medicaid issues of potential enrollees to Entitlement department and timely follows up on their resolution; schedules RNs visits, communicates to referral source about status of referrals; assures accuracy of data entry and demographic updates; provides office assistance to Intake/Outreach department and performs related duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
- Process incoming referrals by reviewing documentation for accuracy, completeness, and eligibility, and entering required information into internal systems.
- Aid in obtaining follow-up documentation, including outreach to providers, clients, or vendors to secure missing or updated records required to advance referrals.
- Schedule appointments efficiently, ensuring proper alignment of client needs, provider availability, and program requirements.
- Manage and maintain the shared intake inbox, triaging all incoming communication, responding to inquiries, and routing messages to the appropriate team members promptly.
- Cook with external vendors to confirm availability, provide updates, and ensure smooth scheduling workflows.
- Track and monitor referral statuses, following up proactively to prevent delays and maintain accurate documentation.
- Coordinate with the intake team to identify opportunities for process optimization.
- Perform any other job-related duties as requested.
Requirements
- High School or GED required
- Associates degree preferred
- Two (2) years experience in healthcare setting preferred
- Experience in working with scheduling system (EHR/EMR platforms and shared inbox tools (Outlook shared mailboxes) required
- Bilingual - verbal and communication required
Qualifications
- Fluency (speaking, reading, and writing) in multiple languages as determined by needs of business is required
- Above average typing speed with strong precision (40 WPM with 98% accuracy), and the ability to quickly learn and navigate various computer systems, tools, and platforms
- Professional and clear communication style when interacting with clients, providers, and vendors
- Demonstrated through timely and professional responses to inquiries
- Strong organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to manage high volume referrals and competing deadlines
- Capacity to ensure referrals progress without avoidable delays
- Effective problem-solving skills to identify scheduling conflicts, missing information, and process gaps, and to provide practical solutions
- Analytical thinking to identify missing information, anticipate scheduling conflicts, and escalate concerns when needed
- Adaptability and resilience in fast paced, high-volume environments
Skills
- Fluency (speaking, reading, and writing) in multiple languages as determined by needs of business is required
- Above average typing speed with strong precision (40 WPM with 98% accuracy), and the ability to quickly learn and navigate various computer systems, tools, and platforms
- Professional and clear communication style when interacting with clients, providers, and vendors
- Demonstrated through timely and professional responses to inquiries
- Strong organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to manage high volume referrals and competing deadlines
- Capacity to ensure referrals progress without avoidable delays
- Effective problem-solving skills to identify scheduling conflicts, missing information, and process gaps, and to provide practical solutions
- Analytical thinking to identify missing information, anticipate scheduling conflicts, and escalate concerns when needed
- Adaptability and resilience in fast paced, high-volume environments
Benefits
Competitive compensation starting at $41,200.00 and up to $66,000.00 based on experience and qualifications. Additional benefits may include health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.
Pay
$41,200.00 - $66,000.00
Schedule
General office environment; may be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time
Organization Level Competencies
- Fostering a Collaborative Workplace Culture
- Cultivate Partnerships
- Develop Self and Others
- Drive Execution
- Influence Others
- Pursue Personal Excellence
- Understand the Business