Job Description

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine, as an International Patient Coordinator fluent in Arabic with our International Program department. This position is a hybrid opportunity, with occasional onsite needs. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.

In this role, the International Patient Coordinator, provides timely coordination while managing high volumes of international patients/families. The liaison would be responsible for communicating with international patients/families regarding appointments, care plans, financial, health and concierge resources available. Acts as a primary contact using the appropriate protocols for resolution of any patient concerns and implementing service recovery. They must exhibit an understanding of cultural nuances and act as an advocate on behalf of international patients to provide equitable healthcare services. The International Patient Coordinator is responsible for facilitating initial point of service collections in support of International Program financial service policies and goals. This position is responsible for fostering strong relationships with international patients, families, referral sources and UCMC staff and physicians. Duties include assessing and resolving disagreements or discrepancies, if any, between the patient/family vs. treating teams vs. payors requirements.  Administrative support required.

Essential Job Functions 

• Serves as primary point of contact for non-clinical care coordination through the continuum of care for patients, families, and referring physicians 
• Coordinates and manages educational/advisory meetings, evaluation tests, and consultations for patients within specified time periods 
• Immediately and independently resolves issues encountered during the day to keep the patient on schedule 
• Provides advance notice to patients and referring physicians of required follow-up testing to maintain regulatory compliance, and coordinates the required follow-up
• Communicates and cooperates with other the UChicago Medicine departments, clinics, physicians to assist international visitors. Works closely with case managers, pharmacy and other clinical departments
• Educates patients and family members regarding the UChicago Medicine. Works closely with Guest Services to secure hotel accommodations, transportation, and other services in a timely fashion. Escort patients when arriving to campus , including early mornings to help check-ins and staying after hours if needed.

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare or other discipline
• 2 to 4 years of experience in providing patient or international customer service
• Verbal fluency in Arabic.
• Understanding of cultural differences and advocate on behalf of international patients
• Refined interpersonal and business etiquette competence
• Documented skills in following standardized protocols, service recovery, and team work
• Excellent communication skills required for delivery of sensitive information
• Experience working independently and as a team to analyze and resolve problems
• Competency in Microsoft Office
• Experience with EPIC and proficiency in medical terminology preferred
• Previous experience in a patient facing role: Either a certified medical interpreter through an agency or have experience in the healthcare industry

Position Details: 

• Job Type/FTE: 1.0 FTE
• Shift: Day
• Location: Hybrid
• Unit/Department: International Program 
• CBA Code: Non-Union