Prior Authorization and Admitting Coord, Proton Therapy Center, Days

I. General Summary

• Under general supervision, performs scheduling, pre-authorization and administrative activities for patients. Ensures the accurate registration of patients, interviews patients to obtain necessary demographic and insurance information to determine patients’ financial status.

II. Principal Responsibilities and Tasks

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.

• Schedules patients for admissions, evaluations, re-evaluations and treatment in accordance with physicians’ schedules, managed care contracts and UMMS policies and procedures. Accepts referrals from social workers, discharge planners, physicians and physicians' offices. Schedules outpatient tests and procedures required.
• Obtains and inputs pre-authorization insurance and demographic information into the appropriate medical/scheduling system. Verifies patient benefits and eligibility prior to completing referral.
   

This position is located at the Downtown Proton Therapy Center. 850 W Baltimore St, Baltimore, MD 21201

8a-4:30p

Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet®-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with opportunities across the continuum of care.  Come join UMMC and discover the atmosphere where talents and ideas come together to enhance patient care and advance the science of nursing.  Located in downtown Baltimore near the Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, you won’t find a more vibrant place to work! 

1. Completion of a high school level education with attainment of a high school diploma or a State High School Equivalency Certificate (GED) is required.
2. Minimum 2 years related work experience is required.
3. Working towards or obtained Certified Healthcare Access Associates (CHAA) certification preferred
4. Minimum of two years’ work experience in a clerical or receptionist position in a health care setting such as an acute hospital, physician’s office, or a Health Maintenance Organization, performing admissions processing or patient registration work is preferred
5. Demonstrated knowledge of the operation of Epic for on line patient registration system for entry and retrieval of demographic and financial information, retrieval of patient information and departmental performance statistics is required
6. Knowledge of health insurance principles and practices is required.
7. Current knowledge of payer requirements for referrals and authorizations is preferred

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $17.56-$22.54
• Other Compensation (if applicable):
• Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide