What are the responsibilities and job description for the Insurance Authorization - Ophthalmology 20 hrs/wk position at Vancouver Clinic?
The Insurance Authorization Specialist (Ophthalmology) is responsible for ensuring accurate insurance verification and prior authorization processing for all in clinic procedures, injectables and medications. The Insurance Authorization Specialist will represent TVC in a positive, courteous, and compassionate manner and aid in the delivery of high-quality health care to all patients. Contributes to the success of the clinic by providing prompt, efficient, and friendly service.
Schedule : 20 hours per week - Tuesday 8am to 5pm, Wednesday 8am to Noon, and Thursday 8am to 5pm.
Hiring Range : $20.09 - $24.08 depending on experience.
Must have reliable and predictable attendance.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Responsible for obtaining prior authorization from insurance companies as required.
- Responsible for accurately entering authorization EHR.
- Responsible for timely and accurate insurance verification and prior authorizations.
- Maintain an in-depth knowledge and serve as a centralized resource for in clinic procedures, insurance benefits and prior authorization requirements, keeping the clinic informed of changes.
- Responsible for ongoing communication with clinician, patient and insurance companies.
- Responsible for managing the injectable medication inventory.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
Pay Range : 19.22 - $26.91
The above information is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work required in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive description of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of those assigned to this job.
We offer a competitive Total Rewards Program. Eligibility for benefits is dependent on factors such as position type and FTE. Benefit-eligible employees qualify for benefits beginning on the first of the month following one month of employment. Vancouver Clinic offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, long term disability, health savings account, flexible spending account, employee assistance program, and multiple supplemental benefits (voluntary life, critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, legal services, etc.). We also offer a 401k retirement plan, with employer contributions after your first year of employment. Benefits-eligible employees accrue PTO and Personal Time based on hours worked and State worked, totaling 120 hours in the first year for full time staff and 200 hours in the first year for full time supervisors and above, increasing in subsequent years. PTO and Personal Time accruals are pro-rated by FTE / hours worked. Non-benefits eligible employees will accrue Personal Time based on hours worked and State worked. Employees will also enjoy up to six paid holidays per year, depending on schedule. Contact your recruiter for more information.
Vancouver Clinic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Vancouver Clinic does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.
Vancouver Clinic is an alcohol and drug-free workplace. Offers are contingent on successful completion of background screen and immunization requirements.
Salary : $19 - $27
