Medical Intake Coordinator
Quick answer
Compass Health Center is hiring an in-office Medical Intake Coordinator in Silver Spring, MD, paying $19-$24/hr to manage patient registration and provide administrative support for their behavioral health programs.
- Role
- Medical Intake Coordinator
- Organization
- Compass Health Center
- Location
- Silver Spring, MD
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $19 - $24 USD
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
Compass Health Center is seeking a Medical Intake Coordinator to join their behavioral health team in Silver Spring, MD. This role involves managing patient registration, collecting medical histories, and providing administrative support to the Nursing and Psychiatry departments. The successful candidate will collaborate with multidisciplinary clinical teams to ensure seamless patient care and treatment planning in an outpatient setting.
What you'll do
- Manage the medical registration process for new patients entering the facility.
- Collect and document patient health history, vital signs, and medication lists.
- Draft medical documentation and lab orders under the direction of psychiatry providers.
- Transcribe medical information into patient charts and communicate with the treatment team.
- Initiate prior authorizations for medications and diagnostic tests.
What it takes
- Exceptional interpersonal and therapeutic communication skills.
- Robust organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
- Medical Assistant certification preferred.
- Working knowledge of medical terminology and computer literacy.
- Experience in mental health care preferred.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive medical/dental/vision plans, 401k program with company matching, generous PTO including parental leave, and continuous training through CEU seminars.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This position is an in-office role located at the Compass Health Center facility in Silver Spring, MD.
What is the compensation for this role?
The expected compensation for this Medical Intake Coordinator position ranges from $19 to $24 per hour.
What are the primary qualifications required?
Key requirements include strong organizational skills and communication abilities, with a preference for candidates who have experience as a Medical Assistant or experience in a mental health setting.
What is the work schedule?
The schedule for this role is Monday through Friday, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
How to apply
Apply directly on Compass Health Center's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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