Authorizations Specialist

Medical Oncology Associates of San Diego•San Diego, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Medical Oncology Associates of San Diego is a proud partner of One Oncology's network of the nations leading oncology practices. We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve. This position is responsible for reviewing the group inbox and obtaining authorization for certain requested procedure/treatments. The position performs complex duties requiring problem resolution, judgment and discretion, following established procedures and guidelines.

Requirements

Reviewing the group inbox
Obtaining authorization for certain requested procedure/treatments
Problem resolution
Judgment and discretion
Following established procedures and guidelines
Maintaining detailed notes in patients’ chart in OncoEMR per note template policy
Scanning pertinent records and documents into appropriate computer systems and in proper folders
Maintaining a high level of confidentiality for patients in accordance to HIPAA standards
Promoting and contributing positively to inter-departmental issue resolution

Responsibilities

Reviews inboxes daily and ensures appropriate authorizations are obtained and documented.
Prioritizes authorization orders ensuring STAT/Urgent authorizations are processed.
Contact patients to inform them of authorization approval/denial.
Maintains detailed notes in patients’ chart in OncoEMR per note template policy.
Ensure all pertinent records and documents are scanned into appropriate computer systems and in proper folders.
Maintain a high level of confidentiality for patients in accordance to HIPAA standards.
Promotes and contributes positively to inter-departmental issue resolution.
Effectively completes other duties and projects as assigned.

Stand Out From the Crowd

Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.

Upload and Match Resume