Coordinator-Authorizations

Loma Linda University Health; Loma Linda (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Loma Linda University Health in California is seeking a Coordinator-Authorizations to manage the authorization process for patients across reimbursement types for services requiring authorization.

The role supports clinical and front office staff and assists patients with referrals and insurance issues to ensure authorizations for office visits and procedures are obtained. This position requires attention to detail and strong communication under pressure.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years healthcare experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manages the authorization process for patients with services requiring authorization.
• Assists patients with referrals and insurance issues to ensure authorization for office visits and procedures.
• Provides assistance to clinical and front office staff with authorization related issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Working under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Healthcare experience (2+ years)

Tools

Epic Systems

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

Department

UHC: Neurology - FMO

Job Summary

The Coordinator-Authorizations manages the authorization process for patients of all reimbursement types for any services requiring such authorization. Provides assistance to clinical and front office staff with authorization related issues, assists patients with referral and insurance issues ensuring authorization is obtained for office visits and or office procedures. Provides assistance to clinical and front office staff with authorization related issues, assists patients with referral and insurance issues ensuring authorization is obtained for office visits and or office procedures. Performs other duties as needed.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED required. Minimum of 2 years healthcare experience required.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of Epic Systems preferred. The job requires exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and efficiency with outside medical groups, internal staff, and LLU Managed Care Department. All activities must be conducted in a confidential, professional, and personable manner. Able to keyboard 40 wpm. Able to use a computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Operate/troubleshoot basic office equipment required for the position. Able to work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate and accept direction. Able to think critically; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; work well under pressure; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; work independently with minimal supervision. Able to distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone, and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position.

Licensures and Certifications

None

About Us

Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.

About The Team

Loma Linda University Health is a Seventh-day Adventist, faith and values based Christian institution. Candidates must understand and embrace the mission, purpose, and identity of Loma Linda and its affiliated entities.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of diversity. We provide equal opportunities in all aspects of the employment process to every individual, regardless of gender, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals requesting an accommodation due to a disability. If you need accommodation assistance with accessing our job listings or completing an application, or during any other phase of employment with us, please contact Human Resources Management at [phone].

Loma Linda University Health Care is a religiously-qualified Equal Opportunity Employer under Title VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964. No question on this application is asked for the purpose of unlawfully limiting or excluding any applicant’s consideration for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you need a reasonable accommodation in the hiring process, please notify Human Resource Management.

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