Patient Intake Coordinator
Location: Manitowoc, WI
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Job Type: Full-Time
About the Role
Noble Community Clinics is looking for a Patient Intake Coordinator to join our team. This position plays an important role in creating a welcoming and positive patient experience while helping patients access the care and financial resources they need. As a Patient Intake Coordinator, you will support patients through registration, financial screening, insurance and demographic verification, and other front-office processes. You will work closely with patients, providers, and clinic staff to ensure information is accurate, patient flow is efficient, and each patient receives exceptional service.
Responsibilities
- Patient Registration & Financial Assistance
- Connect with patients in person and by telephone to review financial options and available resources.
- Complete and renew Sliding Fee Scale applications.
- Assist patients with enrollment in Medicaid and Marketplace programs.
- Identify patients who may benefit from financial assistance and refer them to the Financial Advocate when appropriate.
- Patient Intake & Information Management
- Check in patients for scheduled appointments.
- Review patient paperwork for accuracy and completeness.
- Verify and update patient demographic and insurance information.
- Enter and maintain accurate patient information in the electronic health record (EHR).
- Ensure required UDS data is accurately entered into the EHR.
- Front Office Operations & Patient Flow
- Receive and accurately process patient copayments and other payments.
- Perform front-desk responsibilities and provide excellent customer service.
- Monitor patient flow and ensure patients and visitors are greeted and assisted efficiently.
- Work assigned work queues and follow established workflows.
- Quality Improvement & Data Integrity
- Support Noble's quality improvement initiatives.
- Maintain accurate and complete patient charts.
- Scan and upload updated patient documents into the EHR as needed.
- Help ensure patient information is accurate, current, and complete.
- Compliance & Organizational Responsibilities
- Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.
- Follow organizational policies, procedures, and Code of Conduct.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
We are looking for someone who is patient-focused, organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced healthcare environment. The ideal candidate will be able to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population and work collaboratively with providers and other members of the care team.
Qualifications
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, providers, coworkers, and the public.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Education & Experience
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- One year of experience working in a healthcare environment preferred.
- Certified Application Counselor (CAC) certification required within six months of hire.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Benefits
At Noble, we are mission-driven and community-focused. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we are committed to improving access to high-quality healthcare and serving the communities where we live and work. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day by helping patients navigate access to care and connecting them with resources that support their health and well-being.