What are the responsibilities and job description for the Authorization Specialist position at TEKsystems?

Job Description

Insurance Administrative Specialist

Frederick, MD | $16-19 USD / hour

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Industry : Insurance & Healthcare
Employment Type : Contract to Potential- Hire (6 Months!)
Location : Frederick, MD

Working with an extensive client base, TEKsystems is searching for experienced Customer Support, Data Entry, and Medical Administrative professionals in the Maryland area!

Benefits of this Role :

Opportunity to work for one of the top three Healthcare Organization in the DMV area

Work with a friendly team

Helpful and supportive leadership and executives

Great Benefits – Take advantage of a Blue Cross Blue Shield benefits package (Dental, vision, 401k)

o Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Top Local Company –Join the largest employer and hospital in Frederick, MD

Publicly Traded – Enjoy the stability of working for a publicly traded business

Best-In-Class Training – This client hires based on character, not just skillset as skills can be trained

Growth Opportunities – Look forward to the opportunity to cross-train and chase internal promotions

A Day in the Role :

Obtains authorization from payer’s case manager for services ordered / requested for prospects / referrals in a timely manner.

Documents specific details related to the authorization including effective and end dates using the appropriate legacy system and associated software application via patient notes, authorizations, tasks, workflow, phone calls and / or email.

Obtains additional pre-certification as needed. Consults with the agency as needed for all private insurance referrals and documents / communicates via the software application in a timely manner.

Serves as a liaison between the branch location and the payer on a regular basis.

Coordinates and communicates with the branch location regarding any changes or updates from the payer in a timely manner.

Accesses authorizations via email, telephone, fax, and / or on-line application in the most efficient and timely manner.

Resolves all customer requests, inquiries, and concerns in an expedient and respectful manner.

Problem solves independently before referring issues to the Supervisor / Manager for resolution.

Performs eligibility and or similar, comparable, or related duties as may be required or assigned

Requirements :

2 years experience in Medical Administration or Customer Service

Diploma or GED required

EMR experience preferred

Next Steps :

Please apply and The TEKsystems recruiting team will reach out to you to discuss next steps!

Contact me with questions, I look forward to hearing from you & working with you soon!

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $19.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Frederick,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 6, 2025.

About TEKsystems :

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Salary : $15 - $19

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