Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Medical Coordinator, Refugee Services
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🌍 Part-Time Refugee Medical (Licensed Practical Nurse) Coordinator
Location: Lansing, MIPay: $26.00/hour
Are you passionate about helping youth build healthier, brighter futures? Join our mission-driven team as a Refugee Medical Coordinator and make a meaningful difference in the lives of young refugees beginning new chapters in the U.S.
In this vital role, you’ll coordinate essential medical care for youth — from securing providers and managing billing to ensuring timely appointments and follow-up visits. You’ll serve as the key connection between healthcare providers, program staff, and the Office of Refugee Resettlement to make sure every child receives the medical attention they need with dignity and care.
What You’ll Do
Coordinate medical billing and appointment scheduling for youth in care
Secure medical providers and educate them on the Treatment Authorization Referral (TAR) billing process
Act as liaison between medical providers and the Office of Refugee Resettlement to resolve billing issues and outstanding claims
Provide TAR assistance to staff and providers by answering questions and submitting billing information
Arrange medical appointments for initial physicals, follow-up visits, and specialty care within required timeframes
Maintain accurate billing records and provider documentation
Collaborate with the Division of Unaccompanied Children’s Services (DUCS) team to ensure seamless coordination and compliance
Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification
Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) required
Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) preferred
Medical Billing and Coding Certification preferred
- Bi-lingual in Spanish strongly preferred
Experience
Experience working in a social service or healthcare coordination setting
Experience collaborating with medical providers and managing medical billing processes preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Bilingual in English and Spanish (or the primary language of the youth in care) strongly preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Spanish (if applicable)
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills; able to build and maintain positive provider relationships
Knowledge of the cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds of refugee and immigrant youth
Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management
Why Join Us
At $54,080 annually, this full-time position offers more than just a paycheck — it offers purpose. You’ll use your healthcare expertise and compassion to help young refugees access the care they deserve, ensuring every appointment, treatment, and record helps build a healthier path forward.
Join us in providing hope, healing, and connection — one youth at a time.
Apply today and be part of something truly meaningful.
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Provide coordination of services for medical billing and appointments. Additionally, apply knowledge, judgment and skills to assist with new youth admissions to the program.
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