What are the responsibilities and job description for the Prior Authorization Specialist - CMA position at Gastroenterology Specialties, PC?
We are a busy Gastroenterology office with 33 Providers. We are looking for a team-oriented individual to provide great customer service to our patients! This individual should show great attention to detail and a passion for healthcare. We are currently expanding our Practice and are looking to bring on additional team members to help accommodate for the increased number of patients we will be seeing!
JOB SUMMARY :
- Obtains prior authorization from patient’s insurance regarding upcoming appointments, procedures, radiology orders, medications prescribed, etc.
- Assists with educating other departments regarding necessary information to gather from patients or insurance companies to ensure proper documentation for the prior authorization process.
- Works collaboratively with each provider and nurse team, as well as the billing and verifications teams, to obtain any information necessary to properly obtain prior authorization.
- Fully documents prior authorization process as necessary in the patient’s chart.
- Must be licensed as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). Qualified prior authorization experience can be substituted for CMA license. EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Medical insurance: 1 year (Preferred)
- insurance prior authorization: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Lincoln, NE 68503: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23
