PROVIDER/EMPLYR RELATION COORD

Scripps is a not-for-profit, community-based health care delivery network in San Diego, California, that includes five acute-care hospitals, more than 2,600 affiliated physicians, an extensive ambulatory care network, home health care and associated support services. As a result of the July 2000 reaffiliation with Scripps Clinic, Scripps now has approximately 10,000 employees and also cares for patients at 12 Scripps Clinic locations throughout San Diego County.Division: Scripps ClinicsDepartment: PROVIDER RELATIONSJob Type: Full-TimeShift Type: DaysShift Hours: 8 Hr ShiftPosition Profile: Three to five years experience in provider relations and/or contracting. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. A working knowledge of Managed Care. Exceptional customer service skills and proven ability for effective followup. Ability to work with multiple and changing priorities, various deadlines. Ability to operate a PC, proficient in software programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.SCRIPPS VALUESWe provide the highest quality of service.Scripps is committed to putting the patient first and quality is our passion. In the new world of health care, we want to anticipate the causes of illness and encourage health behavior for all who rely on us for service. We teach and encourage patients to participate in their care and to make well-informed decisions. We will be their advocate when they are most vulnerable. We measure our success by our patients’ satisfaction, their return to health and well-being, and our compassionate care for dying patients, their families ad friends.We demonstrate complete respect for the rights of every individual.Scripps honors the dignity of all persons, and we show this by our actions toward one another and those we serve. We embrace the diversity that allows us to draw on the talents of one another. We respect and honor the cultural, ethnic and religious beliefs and practices of our patients in a manner consistent with the highest standards of care. All this is done in a compassionate setting. Our goal is to create a healing environment in partnership with all caregivers who are committed to serving our patients.We care for our patients every day in a responsible and efficient manner.Scripps serves as a major community health care resource for San Diego County and, as such, we are accountable for the human, financial and ecological resources entrusted to our care as we promote healing and wholeness. We begin from a base of excellence and collaborate with co-workers, physicians, patients, and other providers to find new and creative ways to improve the delivery of health care services. All members of our community will have access to timely, affordable and appropriate care.
REQUIREMENTS
Preferred Qualifications: Exceptional customer service skills as well as excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. Working knowledge of Managed Care. Experience in Provider Relations and/or Contracting. Demonstrates attention to detail. Ability to operate a PC, proficient in software programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.