PacificSource-posted 5 days ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Bend, OR
501-1,000 employees

Looking for a way to make an impact and help people? Join PacificSource and help our members access quality, affordable care! PacificSource is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status, such as race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information or age. PacificSource values the diversity of our community, including those we hire and serve. We are committed to creating and fostering a work environment in which individual differences and diversity are appreciated, respected and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths. The Member Support Specialist will work as an integral part of the case management team to serve as a resource to members. The Specialist will work telephonically and in person to support members with complex psycho-social issues which create barriers to adherence with medical regimens and achievement of optimal health outcomes. (Examples may include activities such as assisting with arranging transportation, linking patients with community resources, etc.). Will assist with program development, and build effective member and provider relationships.

  • In coordination with the member’s case manager, develop and implement goals and/or plans tailored to assist members in navigating the complexities of the healthcare system.
  • Educate members on understanding and working within the parameters of their benefit structure.
  • Utilize motivational interviewing and patient-engagement techniques to support members in achieving optimal health outcomes by effectively utilizing their benefits.
  • Identify community resources and make referrals to members as appropriate.
  • Serve as liaison between members and providers/agencies.
  • Identify members for coordination and case management services through a variety of methods, including claims data and reports.
  • Screen requests to identify appropriate referrals to case management from multiple internal and external sources.
  • Work collaboratively with the case management team to help facilitate case management process.
  • Participate in case management/care coordination meetings.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations and guidelines in day-to-day activities, including maintaining HIPAA standards and confidentiality of protected health information.
  • Ensure accurate and timely documentation.
  • Assist members with referrals, scheduling appointments and ensuring transportation to medical appointments is available.
  • Assist members with non-clinical needs for transitions and different phases of care.
  • Manage mailing lists and outgoing mailings.
  • Assist with the development of departmental procedures, reports and projects.
  • Assist care management to meet quality measures as outlined by government regulations.
  • Enter and collate data: prepare reports as assigned.
  • Participate in team, department, company, and community-related committees as requested.
  • Make presentations to small groups.
  • Actively participates in quality improvement initiatives.
  • Meet department and company performance and attendance expectations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • A minimum of three years of experience in community services or healthcare agencies focused on coordination services required.
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Medical terminology.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Medical management software (e.g CaseTrakker Dynamo).
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and is able to work independently as well as to work effectively on a team.
  • Good working knowledge of how to access community resources and healthcare system.
  • Accountability, Collaboration, Communication (written/verbal), Flexibility, Listening (active), Organizational skills/Planning and Organization, Problem Solving, Teamwork
  • Stoop and bend.
  • Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time while performing core job functions.
  • Repetitive motions to include typing, sorting and filing.
  • Light lifting and carrying of files and business materials.
  • Ability to read and comprehend both written and spoken English.
  • Communicate clearly and effectively.
  • Experience in health insurance and delivering group presentations preferred.
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