Prior Authorization/Intake Specialist

Qualifications

· Must be organized.

· Great interpersonal communications skills, since you will be the face of our clinic.

· Must be detail-oriented.

· Must have a “can-do” attitude, show initiative and willingness to adapt to change.

· Must maintain a neat appearance.

· Will seek guidance, direction and assistance as needed.

· Must display effective verbal and written communication skills

· Physical ability to perform the duties of the position

· Ability to organize and prioritize workload, work independently and be self-motived.

· Willingness and ability to learn and execute new tasks, as necessary

· Must have knowledge of safety and sanitation practices.

· Must be familiar with and supportive of the clinic’s policies and procedures.

Educational Requirements

· High School Diploma or GED (required)

· Have at least one year of experience working as a medical receptionist (preferable)

Basic functions and responsibilities:

May include but are not limited to:

· Keeping track of prior authorizations and requesting new ones

· Talk with people interested in ketamine treatment and answer their basic questions.

· Answering the phone

· Cross train to help cover breaks for medical assistants and receptionist

Organization

· Understanding of roles and responsibilities of:

· Prior Authorization/Intake Specialist

· Participates in all assigned committee meetings and projects.

Team Work

· Possess ability to communicate and use effective interpersonal skills with colleagues and other members of the team

· Fosters a positive work environment/attitude and encourages team work.

· Possess strong time management skills

· Must be able to ensure a safe environment for patients/families/ staff, identifying health & safety risks & take appropriate and immediate steps to alleviate the risk

· Assist in the orientation of new personnel as assigned by supervisory staff

General Guidelines for all Clinical and Administrative Personnel

· Participate in team functioning

· Lead by example

Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of:

· Maintaining patient confidentiality and security

· Attends annual OSHA training, HIPAA training and all other required in-services.

· Attends and participates in all applicable meetings.

• Knowledgeable of cleaning requirements and schedules; terminal cleaning of procedure rooms
• Is proficient with computers

Equipment

· Is familiar with and can operate all equipment pertinent to job duties/ description

Typical Physical Demands:

Position requires: full range of body motion including handling and lifting heavy objects.

Employee will occasionally be asked to lift and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds.

Position involves standing and walking.

Normal visual acuity and hearing are required.

Safety and Emergency Preparedness

Describes safety plan and knows location of evacuation meeting place, describes staff roles as well as personal role; understands the HAZCOM program and use/location of SDS books. Is able to recognize and respond to potential emergent situations.

Work Hours

This may change based on clinic’s needs

· Monday: 9am - 530 pm

· Tuesday: 9am - 530 pm

· Wednesday: 9am - 530 pm

· Thursday: 9am - 530 pm

· Friday: 9am - 530 pm

· Saturday: off

· Sunday: off
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Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Addiction Medicine
• Anesthesiology
• Holistic Medicine
• Pain Medicine
• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Every weekend

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $20