What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prior Authorization Coordinator position at Desert Radiology?
Join Desert Radiology, Transform your Career and Radiology!
Who We Are:
Our story began in 1966 when Drs. Robert Taylor, Harris Knudson, and James Lum joined together to form Taylor, Knudson & Lum, a radiology and radiation oncology practice. The practice expanded in 1969 with the additions of Dr. Francis Esposito, followed by Drs. Richard Ellis and Paul Bandt in 1971. In 1977, the practice was renamed Desert Radiologists. In 1987, the practice relocated to the 2020 Palomino Lane building and still operates as an imaging center today. The practice name was officially changed to Desert Radiology in 2017. In June 2019, Desert Radiology (DR) and Radiology Partners (RP) announced their partnership.
Desert Radiology is proud to be the official imaging partner of the Las Vegas Aces and radiology provider for numerous sports teams, including the Vegas Golden Knights and Las Vegas Raiders. Our practice is committed to our community and supports many local non-profits like City Impact Center, Opportunity Village and Make-A-Wish of Southern Nevada. Radiology Partners, a leading physician-led and physician-owned radiology practice in the U.S., collaborates with Desert Radiology on high-impact projects to advance the field of radiology. Together, we are on a mission to transform radiology.
Join the team at Desert Radiology and you will work with some of the healthcare industry’s most innovative minds on high-impact projects designed to move the practice of radiology forward.
What We Offer:
Radiology is a team sport, and Desert Radiology is building a community of physicians and support teammates who embody our practice values and believe in our bold mission to transform radiology.
Here’s why you should join the Desert Radiology / RP team:
Prior Authorization Coordinator | Desert Radiology | Palomino | M-F 8:30am - 5:00pm | 16946
Summary: The Authorization and Eligibility Representative ensures insurance verification and authorization is obtained for medical services. This position requires in-depth knowledge of billing, collections, insurance verification and pre-cert experience. They will be working directly with patients, doctors, and insurance companies so must have excellent communication skills.
Desired Professional Skills and Experience
Radiology Partners is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities in all our employment practices. The Practice prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in any form based on race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity and expression; pregnancy; age; disability; citizenship status; veteran status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.
CCPA Notice: When you submit a job application or resume, you are providing the Practice with the following categories of personal information that the Practice will use for the purpose of evaluating your candidacy for employment: (1) Personal Identifiers and (2) Education and Employment History.
Radiology Partners participates in E-verify.
Who We Are:
Our story began in 1966 when Drs. Robert Taylor, Harris Knudson, and James Lum joined together to form Taylor, Knudson & Lum, a radiology and radiation oncology practice. The practice expanded in 1969 with the additions of Dr. Francis Esposito, followed by Drs. Richard Ellis and Paul Bandt in 1971. In 1977, the practice was renamed Desert Radiologists. In 1987, the practice relocated to the 2020 Palomino Lane building and still operates as an imaging center today. The practice name was officially changed to Desert Radiology in 2017. In June 2019, Desert Radiology (DR) and Radiology Partners (RP) announced their partnership.
Desert Radiology is proud to be the official imaging partner of the Las Vegas Aces and radiology provider for numerous sports teams, including the Vegas Golden Knights and Las Vegas Raiders. Our practice is committed to our community and supports many local non-profits like City Impact Center, Opportunity Village and Make-A-Wish of Southern Nevada. Radiology Partners, a leading physician-led and physician-owned radiology practice in the U.S., collaborates with Desert Radiology on high-impact projects to advance the field of radiology. Together, we are on a mission to transform radiology.
Join the team at Desert Radiology and you will work with some of the healthcare industry’s most innovative minds on high-impact projects designed to move the practice of radiology forward.
What We Offer:
Radiology is a team sport, and Desert Radiology is building a community of physicians and support teammates who embody our practice values and believe in our bold mission to transform radiology.
Here’s why you should join the Desert Radiology / RP team:
- Community presence: 9 imaging centers and 8 hospital affiliations
- Leading the pack in the development of AI tools and technology resources
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
Prior Authorization Coordinator | Desert Radiology | Palomino | M-F 8:30am - 5:00pm | 16946
Summary: The Authorization and Eligibility Representative ensures insurance verification and authorization is obtained for medical services. This position requires in-depth knowledge of billing, collections, insurance verification and pre-cert experience. They will be working directly with patients, doctors, and insurance companies so must have excellent communication skills.
Desired Professional Skills and Experience
- Minimum 2 years experience in healthcare billing, AR, eligibility, and pre-certs preferred
- Medical CPT and ICD10 code knowledge a plus
- Background with eClinicalWorks Practice Management System Preferred
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high productivity environment
Radiology Partners is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities in all our employment practices. The Practice prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in any form based on race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity and expression; pregnancy; age; disability; citizenship status; veteran status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.
CCPA Notice: When you submit a job application or resume, you are providing the Practice with the following categories of personal information that the Practice will use for the purpose of evaluating your candidacy for employment: (1) Personal Identifiers and (2) Education and Employment History.
Radiology Partners participates in E-verify.
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