Biologic Coordinator - Richmond, United States - Richmond Gastroenterology Associates

Description

Overview:

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Richmond Gastroenterology Associates, Inc. (RGA) has been serving the greater Richmond community since the late 1970s. We provide superior service at every encounter, every day. We are Passionate about Prevention.


COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

RGA is an _Equal Employment Opportunity_ employer.

We value our employees' time and talent and offer a competitive compensation and benefits package for full-time employees, which includes medical, dental, vision, basic and optional life insurance, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) profit sharing, paid holidays, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, a competitive salary, and an enjoyable work environment.

ABOUT THIS POSITION:

The Biologics Coordinator is responsible for initiating, monitoring, and assisting, the patients and clinic with all prior authorizations and prescription protocols for all biologic medications.

The Biologics Coordinator prepares all necessary paperwork to submit to insurance companies to obtain approval for prescribed medication and ensure timely delivery for patients.

The Biologics Coordinator will work closely with the physician and pharmaceutical representatives to stay up to date on proper treatment plans and drug information.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:


The Essential Job Functions are:

• Responsible for initiating all prior authorizations for biologics.
• Communicate with patients on all medication approvals and denials.
• Document in the medical record all communication with patients regarding medication.
• Schedule and coordinate patient appointments following company protocol, provider's treatment plans and medication intervals.
• Obtain necessary clinical information from the medical record and provider to process prior authorizations.
• Ensure all medications have been received prior to the patient's appointment.
• Coordinate meetings with pharmaceutical representatives to discuss biologics in detail and discuss the proper channels to ensure patient receives biologics in a timely manner.
• Adherence to compliance and completion of compliance training.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Monitor appropriate treatment response, failures, and monitor appropriate labs and toxicities.

Responsibilities related to compliance and work habits:

• Upholds patient confidentiality, HIPAA and OSHA rules and regulations.
• Responsible for compliance and adherence with any necessary infectious disease policies and regulations and guidelines as mandated by local, state, and/or federal regulations.
• Maintains a safe work environment.
• Timely completion of all compliance training and testing

Responsibilities related to company mission, culture, and engagement:

• Actively engage in RGA C.A.R.E.S.
• Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Empowerment, and Service
• Actively participate in achieving the company's Mission, that being to optimize the health of our patients and community by providing compassionate, state of the art care to adults with digestive and liver disease
• Adhere to the company's Code of Conduct, to conduct business with honesty, integrity, and in an appropriate manner for services provided, while ensuring that its business arrangements comply with relevant state and federal statutes and regulations.
• Consistently work on ways to engage our patients, improve their care experience, and maintain strong relationships with referring physician offices and other referral sources. Create an environment of trust and healthy working relationships.
• Exemplify a "can do" attitude and commitment to excellence.

QUALIFICATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS:

• Must have excellent communication skills, verbal and written, proper use of grammar, spelling, punctuation.
• Ability to adapt to changing healthcare environment and lead by example.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills, verbal and written.
• Knowledge of insurance carrier requirements and correct coding procedures
• Ability to multitask in a fastpaced environment

Pay:
$ $26.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week


Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Hourly pay
• Overtime pay
• Performance bonus

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Richmond, VA: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person