Behavioral Health Medicaid Pre-Auth Specialist

Thewillowoaksacademy; Nebraska; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SIMPLE IRA with 3% match

Paid PTO

100% covered Medical, Dental, Vision

Complimentary Life Insurance

11 paid holidays

Free gym membership

Monthly engagement activities

Job summary

A supportive housing organization in Nebraska is seeking a Pre-Authorization Specialist to manage prior authorizations with Medicaid. This role focuses on ensuring timely reimbursement for services, requiring strong communication and organizational skills. The ideal candidate will have experience in behavioral health, understand mental health treatment modalities, and maintain confidentiality when handling client information. Competitive salary and benefits included, with an emphasis on employee engagement and wellness.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in behavioral health pre-authorization or related fields.
• Knowledge of mental health diagnoses and treatment modalities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in client handling.

Responsibilities

• Obtain prior authorizations for services to ensure timely reimbursement.
• Communicate with clients about account balances.
• Document authorization details in the EHR.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or higher preferred

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

A supportive housing organization in Nebraska is seeking a Pre-Authorization Specialist to manage prior authorizations with Medicaid. This role focuses on ensuring timely reimbursement for services, requiring strong communication and organizational skills. The ideal candidate will have experience in behavioral health, understand mental health treatment modalities, and maintain confidentiality when handling client information. Competitive salary and benefits included, with an emphasis on employee engagement and wellness.