Referral Intake & Scheduling Specialist

Texas Regional Physicians • Houston, TX

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About The Position

At Texas Regional Physicians, we are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care for our patients while supporting our physicians, attorneys, and referral partners. We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Referral Intake & Scheduling Specialist to join our Scheduling and Insurance team. This is a high-volume position that requires accuracy, efficiency, professionalism, and compassion.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in a medical office, scheduling, or insurance verification role.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, ICD/CPT coding, and personal injury workflows preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills with professional phone/email etiquette.
• Ability to multitask, work independently, and thrive in a high-volume environment.
• Must be HIPAA-compliant and maintain strict confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

• A compassionate and patient-first mindset.
• Self-sufficient, reliable, and able to complete tasks without micromanagement.
• Team player who is willing to cross-train and support multiple departments.
• Positive attitude that uplifts team morale and fosters collaboration.
• Adaptable and dependable when priorities shift in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process incoming referrals, create patient charts, and route documents to the appropriate department.
• Coordinate consultations, assign cases to the scheduling team, personally schedule patients when needed.
• Communicate with attorneys to obtain Letters of Protection (LOPs) and approvals for recommended treatments.
• Verify insurance eligibility, benefits, and authorizations for personal injury and insured patients.
• Manage email correspondence via the referral and scheduling inboxes.
• Support the scheduling and insurance teams by assisting with high-volume cases, urgent approvals, and cross-coverage as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with growth opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401k, and paid time off.
• Supportive, team-oriented environment.
• Opportunity to cross-train and expand skills in multiple areas of scheduling and insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed