Authorization Coordinator
About The Position
MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system that includes four leading hospitals, award-winning medical groups – consisting of over 200 sites of care, and more than 2,000 physicians throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties. We are committed to increasing access to patient-centric, affordable, and high-quality healthcare; your personal contributions are integral to MemorialCare's recognition as a market leader and innovator in value-based and other care models. Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration, and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation, and teamwork. Position Summary The Authorization Coordinator is responsible for obtaining authorization for all applicable orders utilizing the five (5) Simply Better steps with every patient and team member interaction.
Requirements
- Must have one year minimum in working in the health care field
- Proficient computer skills (MS Word and Outlook)
- High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
Nice To Haves
- Medical Assistant experience preferred
- Knowledge of medical terminology, HCPCS, ICD-10 and CPT coding preferred
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Must have the ability, skill-set, qualifications, education, and licensure (if applicable) for all the responsibilities required for position.
- Must excel in communication (written & verbal), customer service and can work independently or as part of a team.
- Must excel in prioritization, organization and multi-tasking while demonstrating attention to detail and follow though.
- Can problem solve to logical conclusion, demonstrate initiative and is responsible.
- Greet, connect, and be an extraordinary host for each patient at arrival and departure/check-out at facility.
- Be at work and be on time.
- Follow company policies, procedures, and directives.
- Interact in a positive and constructive manner.
- Prioritize and multitask.
Benefits
- In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities.
- Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare—that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents.
- We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family.
- Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
