Pay Rate: $14.00/hr (Paid Weekly) Work Location: Optum Ridge - Little Rd, New Port Richey Fl 34654 Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Allmed Benefits: Vision Insurance, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance and 401(k) Contract: 07/27/2026 to 11/30/2026
Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented Care Coordinator to join a busy Optum healthcare team. In this role, you will support patient care by processing referrals, coordinating communication with specialists and imaging centers, and ensuring timely documentation. This position plays a key role in maintaining efficient patient workflows and delivering exceptional customer service.
Key Responsibilities
Process patient referrals accurately and efficiently.
Answer incoming phone calls and assist patients, providers, and external offices.
Obtain consult notes, imaging reports, and other required documentation from specialists and imaging centers.
Coordinate communication between providers, patients, and outside healthcare facilities.
Maintain accurate patient records and documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
Ensure referrals are completed in a timely manner to support continuity of care.
Provide outstanding customer service while maintaining patient confidentiality.
Perform additional administrative and care coordination duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED.
Previous experience in a healthcare or medical office environment.
Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous referral coordination or referral processing experience.
Experience working with specialists, imaging centers, or provider offices.
Team Environment
The Care Coordinator will join a collaborative team of approximately 20 staff members, including 4 healthcare providers, dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
Numbers & Facts
Location
New Port Richey, FL
Skills
Administrative Skillsunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Consultingunmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Electronic Medical Recordsunmatched
Healthcareunmatched
Healthcare Providersunmatched
High School Diplomaunmatched
Medical Officeunmatched
Medical Recordsunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Patient Confidentialityunmatched
Quality of Careunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Telephone Skillsunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
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