? [Apply in 3 Minutes] Field Based Patient Care Coordinator - Berks or Lehigh County, PA
Location: Allentown
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by
technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The
work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by
connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and
resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a
culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits
and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the
communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on
a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing
together. You will be part of the primary care team collaborating
with all interdisciplinary team members and will support multiple
providers. The Patient Care Coordinator is a flexible team member
who works to support nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician
assistants (PAs) as well as our patients. This role assists in care
coordination activities, administrative tasks and supports our
patients and providers. This position is full time, Monday -
Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of
our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of
8:00am - 5:00pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to
work occasional overtime. We offer 2 months of paid training. The
hours of the training will be based on schedule or will be
discussed on your first day of employment. Primary
Responsibilities: - Support interdisciplinary care team with over
all member coordination at the direction of RN or NP/PA - Data
entry and member chart management for: New members, post hospital
visits, quality, labs and medications - Obtain medical records
following hospitalizations or physician appointments - Scheduling
member transportation or appointments What Makes an Optum Career
different? - We believe that better care for our employees equates
to better care for patients - We influence change nationally while
maintaining the culture and community of local care organizations -
We grow talent from within. No matter where you want to go-
geographically or professionally- you can do it here Compensation &
Benefits Highlights: - Guaranteed, competitive compensation model
based on quality, not quantity, with bonus opportunities -
Financial stability and support of a Fortune 5 Company - Robust
retirement offerings including employer funded contributions and
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP for UHG Stock) - Comprehensive
benefits plan inclusive of medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, CE &
equipment allowances - Robust learning and development programs
You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an
environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on
what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide
development for other roles you may be interested in. Required
Qualifications: - High school Diploma / GED OR equivalent work
experience - Must be 18 years of age OR older - 3 years of clinical
or medical record experience. Strong knowledge of medical
terminology and EHR platforms - Access to reliable transportation
that will enable you to travel to patient locations - Ability to
travel up to 100% of the time - Must reside in Berks or Lehigh, PA
County - Ability to work full time, Monday - Friday. Employees are
required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift
schedules during our normal business hours of 8:00am - 5:00pm. It
may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional
overtime. Preferred Qualifications: - Certified nursing assistant
or medical assistant certifications The hourly range for this role
is $19.86 to $38.85 per hour based on full-time employment. Pay is
based on several factors including but not limited to local labor
markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc.
UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as
applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers
benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and
recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution
(all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter
where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll
find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. At
UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier
lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We
believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location,
and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life.
Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good
health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color,
historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We
are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and
enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health
disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority
reflected in our mission. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment
Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any
other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws,
rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free
workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before
beginning employment. RPO RED RPOLinkedIn
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