Dermatology Referral Specialist

Tucson Dermatology, Ltd.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Tucson Dermatology, Ltd. is seeking a Referral Coordinator to manage medical referrals, facilitate prior authorizations, and provide front desk support. The ideal candidate should be highly organized, detail-oriented, and possess strong communication skills, with 1-2 years' experience in a medical office or healthcare setting. Responsibilities include coordinating referrals across multiple providers, managing patient inquiries, and assisting with administrative duties. A high school diploma is required, and knowledge of medical coding is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a medical office, dermatology practice, or healthcare setting.
• Previous experience with medical referrals, prior authorizations, and insurance verification is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with CPT and ICD-10 coding is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and process medical referrals and prior authorizations for dermatologic and surgical services.
• Answer incoming calls and assist with patient inquiries regarding referrals, appointments, and authorizations.
• Serve as backup for the front desk team, assisting with check-ins and administrative tasks.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Ability to handle multiple tasks

Knowledge of insurance portals

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience in a medical office or healthcare setting

Tools

Electronic medical records (EMR)

Scheduling systems

Job description

Tucson Dermatology, Ltd. is seeking a Referral Coordinator to manage medical referrals, facilitate prior authorizations, and provide front desk support. The ideal candidate should be highly organized, detail-oriented, and possess strong communication skills, with 1-2 years' experience in a medical office or healthcare setting. Responsibilities include coordinating referrals across multiple providers, managing patient inquiries, and assisting with administrative duties. A high school diploma is required, and knowledge of medical coding is preferred.