Prior Authorization Assistant (Clinic)

Dent Neurologic Group LLP • Town of Amherst, NY

130d

About The Position

Dent Neurologic Institute is committed to excellence in all we do. Our culture is built on 4 key pillars: respect, quality, productivity, and well-being. By remaining dedicated to these values and the overall mission, we are dedicated to making a difference for both patients and colleagues. When you join the Dent team, you can take advantage of a variety of benefits.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Preferred healthcare experience; not mandatory.
• Word, Excel and EMR experience; eCW preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and problem solving.
• Good communication skills and ability to work with a team to accomplish goals.
• Self-directed, self-motivated to accomplish work.

Responsibilities

• Submit authorizations for prescription medications ordered in the employed department for all medical insurances and no-fault (if applicable).
• Review documents multiple times throughout shift to perform prior auth submission through appropriate website (i.e. Cover My Meds).
• If there is a day(s) working remote, communicate and send any prior auth requests to a nursing team member in the office to print, perform and submit via electronic fax.
• Perform training for operational teams to ensure quality goals are met.
• Communicate to payers if there is issue with prior authorization and resolve effectively and efficiently.
• Follow payor formulary guidance to submit information to insurance companies to gain approval of patient’s medication.
• Other duties as assigned and requested.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance (no overnight shifts)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Critical Illness, Accident, & Legal Plans
• Wellness Program
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Free Onsite Parking at All Locations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees