Authorization & Referral Specialist - Per Diem

UNLV Medicine • Las Vegas, NV

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Authorization and Referral Specialist is responsible for the timely processing, submitting, scheduling and follow up of referrals and request for treatment authorizations as required by payer. The Authorization and Referral Specialist tracks existing referrals by program and payer. The Authorization and Referral Specialist position requires excellent customer service skills with patients, employees, and the public. Individual must also be flexible, organized and must be able to manage a demanding workload with accuracy. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. UNLV Health does not provide employment sponsorships or sponsorship transfers for any positions.

Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Excellent customer service skills with patients, employees, and the public.
• Must be flexible, organized and able to manage a demanding workload with accuracy.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Knowledge of health plans, eligibility and guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak English.
• Demonstrated ability to use a computer.
• Minimum typing speed of 35 wpm.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with the Seriously Mentally Ill population preferred.
• Knowledge of ICD-9 and CPT billing codes a plus.

Responsibilities

• Timely processing, submitting, scheduling and follow up of referrals and request for treatment authorizations as required by payer.
• Tracks existing referrals by program and payer.

Benefits

• 12 Paid Holidays per year, starting with your first day of employment
• 20 + PTO days per year (Depending on Position)
• 3% 401K Contribution, even if you do not contribute
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits that start the first of the month following your start date

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED