Coordinator-Authorizations

Loma Linda University Health • Loma Linda, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Coordinator-Authorizations manages the authorization process for patients of all reimbursement types for any services requiring such authorization. Provides assistance to clinical and front office staff with authorization related issues, assists patients with referral and insurance issues ensuring authorization is obtained for office visits and or office procedures. Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years healthcare experience required.
• Knowledge of Epic Systems preferred.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Efficiency with outside medical groups, internal staff, and LLU Managed Care Department.
• All activities must be conducted in a confidential, professional, and personable manner.
• Able to keyboard 40 wpm.
• Able to use a computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Operate/troubleshoot basic office equipment required for the position.
• Able to work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate and accept direction.
• Able to think critically; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; work well under pressure; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; work independently with minimal supervision.
• Able to distinguish colors as necessary.
• Able to hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone, and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace.
• Able to see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Epic Systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages the authorization process for patients of all reimbursement types for any services requiring such authorization.
• Provides assistance to clinical and front office staff with authorization related issues.
• Assists patients with referral and insurance issues ensuring authorization is obtained for office visits and or office procedures.
• Performs other duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED