HSS Clinical Coordinator- Remote in Nebraska

Job description

At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and optimized. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together

Inthis Health and Social Services Clinical Coordinator role, will be an essential element of an Integrated Care Model by relaying the pertinent information about the member needs and advocating for the best possible care available, and ensuring they have the right services to meet their needs.

If you are located in Nebraska, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:
• Assess, plan and implement care strategies that are individualized by patient and directed toward the most appropriate, lease restrictive level of care
• Identify and initiate referrals for social service programs; including financial, psychosocial, community and state supportive services
Manage the care plan throughout the continuum of care as a single point of contact
• Communicate with all stakeholders the required health-related information to ensure quality coordinated care and services are provided expeditiously to all members
• Advocate for patients and families as needed to ensure the patient's needs and choices are fully represented and supported by the health care team
• Expect to spend about 25% of your time in the field visiting our members in their homes or in long-term care facilities. You'll need to be flexible, adaptable and, above all, patient in all types of situations

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:
• 3+ years of experience working within the community health setting or in a health care role
• Intermediate level of proficiency with experience working with MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Computer Proficiency with MS Word, Excel and Outlook, able to work well with technology as the position requires utilizing multiple computer platforms
• Demonstrated ability to travel in assigned region to visit Medicaid members in their homes and/or other settings, including community centers, hospitals or provider offices not to exceed 25% of your time and only during regular business hours
• Resident of the state of Nebraska