Referral Assistant

Job Location The Referral Specialist position is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. Job Duties Under the direction of the Oncology Leadership Team and Health Information Management Leadership, the Referral Specialist performs all aspects of the referral duties, including scheduling appointments and referrals with MD Anderson and all other referral specialists.Collaborates with physicians, nursing, and other staff to coordinate the delivery and receipt of medical information.Serves as the leader in the Community Regional Cancer Center North Health Information Management (HIM) department, overseeing the work that is completed, and ensuring adherence to Network HIM policies and procedures. Experience Two years of experience in a physician office, HIM department, or medical related position. Education High school diploma or GED equivalent.Graduate of accredited Medical Assistant training program or HIM experience preferred. Skills Ability to work with peers in a team situation and follow specific directions.Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients.Functional and technical understanding of applicable scheduling and billing software, Internet, Excel, Word, email, and web based applications.Knowledge of medical terminology. Keywords Referral, HIM, health information management Ranked among the nation's most integrated healthcare systems, Community Health Network is Central Indiana's leader in providing convenient access to exceptional healthcare services, where and when patients need them – in hospitals, health pavilions and doctor's offices, as well as workplaces, schools and homes. Exceptional care, simply delivered. Community is a non-profit health system that is deeply committed to the communities we serve with more than 200 sites of care and affiliates throughout Central Indiana. Guided by our PRIIDE Values – Patients First, Relationships, Integrity, Innovation, Dedication and Excellence – our team of caregivers is committed to providing an exceptional experience with every life we touch. Why Community? At Community Health Network, we build teams that deliver exceptional care through empathy, communication and collaboration. We consider ALL an integral part of the exceptional patient experience. We PRIIDE ourselves on not having employees but Caregivers. Join our Community as we make a difference in your community. Caring people apply here. Apply Today!