Entry-Level Referral Specialist | Healthcare Office | $15.80/hr

$15.80/Hour | Temp-to-Hire | Portland, KY

Looking for a healthcare career without needing prior medical experience?

We're hiring Referral Specialists to join a busy healthcare team in Portland. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with strong customer service, administrative, call center, scheduling, or patient-facing experience who are looking to grow their career in healthcare.

No certifications required. No referral experience required. Training provided.

Position Highlights

✅ Starting Pay: $15.80 per hour

✅ Temp-to-Hire Opportunity

✅ Potential Pay Increase Upon Permanent Hire

✅ Day Shift Schedule

✅ Healthcare Administration Experience

✅ Career Growth Opportunity

✅ Immediate Openings

What You'll Be Doing

As a Referral Specialist, you'll help coordinate patient care by managing referrals, scheduling appointments, and ensuring patients receive the services they need.

Responsibilities include:

• Processing and managing referral requests
• Scheduling appointments for specialists, procedures, and consultations
• Reviewing and verifying referral information
• Communicating with providers and referral offices
• Maintaining accurate documentation in electronic medical records systems
• Following up on open referrals and obtaining required information
• Assisting patients with questions regarding the referral process
• Utilizing interpreter services when needed
• Providing outstanding customer service to patients and healthcare partners

What We're Looking For

We are seeking candidates who are:

• Detail-oriented
• Organized and dependable
• Comfortable working on a computer throughout the day
• Strong communicators
• Able to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Passionate about helping patients

Preferred Experience

The following experience is helpful but not required:

• Patient Registration
• Medical Scheduling
• Medical Office Support
• Call Center Experience
• Customer Service
• Healthcare Administration
• Referral Coordination
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR/EHR)

Great Fit For Candidates With Backgrounds In:

• Medical Reception
• Front Desk Administration
• Patient Registration
• Customer Service
• Administrative Support
• Call Centers
• Healthcare Support
• Appointment Scheduling

Why Join This Team?

This position offers an opportunity to get your foot in the door with a healthcare organization while developing valuable administrative and patient-service skills. Successful employees may have the opportunity to transition into a permanent role with increased earning potential and future career advancement opportunities.

Apply today to be considered for immediate openings!