Referral Coordinator Mission Hills, CA | Full-Time | Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM About the Opportunity We are seeking a detail-oriented Referral Coordinator to join a collaborative healthcare team. This role is responsible for coordinating patient referrals, obtaining insurance authorizations, and ensuring patients receive timely specialty care. The ideal candidate has experience working in a medical office environment and is comfortable managing multiple referrals in a fast-paced setting.
Responsibilities
- Process and coordinate internal and external referrals to specialty providers.
- Verify patient insurance coverage and obtain prior authorizations as needed.
- Submit referral requests to health plans, IPAs, and specialty offices.
- Track referral status and follow up to ensure timely completion.
- Gather and attach required documentation, including chart notes, lab results, and imaging reports.
- Communicate referral updates with patients, providers, and specialty offices.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records within the EHR/EMR system.
- Collaborate with front office staff, clinical teams, and providers to support continuity of patient care.
- Ensure referrals are processed within established turnaround times.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in a Referral Coordinator, Referral Specialist, Authorization Specialist, Medical Receptionist, Medical Assistant, or related medical office role.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and medical records management.
- Understanding of managed care plans, including HMO, PPO, and Medi-Cal/Medicaid insurance.
- Experience obtaining prior authorizations and navigating referral workflows.
- Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems.
- Strong organizational, communication, and project coordination skills.
- Ability to manage a high volume of referrals while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Work Environment
- Full-time schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
- Fast-paced healthcare setting
- Collaborative, team-oriented environment
- Heavy use of EHR/EMR systems and referral management tools
- Growth opportunities within an established healthcare organization
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Mission Hills, CA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $23.00 - $26.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Mission Hills, CA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Mission Hills,CA.About Actalent
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