UnitedHealth Group Hiring for Care Coordinator – Remote in New England at Wallingford, CT Full Time

If you are located within New England and within a commutable distance to an office, you will have the flexibility to telecommute* (work from home) as you take on some tough challenges.

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Landmark Health was created to transform how healthcare is delivered to the most medically vulnerable members in our community. Our medical group provides home – based medical care to chronically ill patients, many of whom are ill – equipped to navigate our overwhelming healthcare system.

Because many of our patients are frail and elderly, we deliver care primarily in the comfort of their home. Our Program is also offered to eligible patients at no incremental financial cost to them. We are not a fee – for – service practice; we benefit economically only if we deliver high – quality patient outcomes and satisfaction. As a result, our clinical teams can spend quality – time caring for a smaller number of patients, giving all patients the space, respect, compassion and care they deserve.

At Landmark, our interdisciplinary teams collaboratively manage our complex patient panels. These teams are led by Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants, with supporting care provided by RN Nurse Care Managers, Social Workers, Pharmacists, Behavioral Health, and other employed team members.

Join Landmark to be part of a growing company full of purpose – driven, action – oriented, and compassionate team members working to dramatically transform healthcare for our communities.

The Care Coordinator role is a critical member of the Landmark Interdisciplinary Team. This role reports to a Supervisor or Sernior Operations Manager, Health Services. Responsibilities are to ensure a positive patient experience with Landmark, as well as to build good relationships with local provider groups to ensure that Landmark is a reliable and trusted partner in patient care.

This position is full – time. Employees are required to work our normal business hours of 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Training will be conducted virtually from your home.

• All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Regular contact with provider groups to collect clinical data
• Support patients in scheduling home visits
• Ensure that Landmark has all documentation available regarding patient conditions
• Support Landmark providers and Nurse Care Managers with operational and clinical tasks
• Handle escalated patient issues, ensuring the appropriate resources are involved
• Follow triage protocol when needed
• Other duties may be assigned
• The position is office – based
• Phone handling
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  Competencies:
  • Technical Skills – Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others
  • Customer Service – Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments
  • Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict; maintains confidentiality; listens to others; keeps emotions under control and overcomes resistance when necessary; remains open to new ideas
  • Oral Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and seeks clarification; responds openly to questions. Must be able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
  • Attendance / Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time
  • Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan
  • Initiative – Volunteers readily; undertakes self – development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed; generates suggestions for improving work and workflow

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 higher)
• Experience with escalated customer service issue resolution
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
• Ability to work any 8-hour shift between the hours of 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential job function of this role. Candidates located in states that mandate COVID-19 booster doses must also comply with those state requirements. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination, and boosters when applicable, prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher)
• Experience in working with triage protocol
• Phone scheduling experience
• Experience as a medical receptionist

Telecommuting Requirements:

• Reside within New England and within a commutable distance to an office
• Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy
• Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable)
• Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service

Soft Skills:

• Critical thinking skills and flexibility

UnitedHealth Group requires all new hires and employees to report their COVID-19 vaccination status.

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Connecticut Residents Only: The salary range for Connecticut residents is $16.00 – $25.77. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. 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.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug – free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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