Healthcare Pre-Auth & Benefits Verifications Specialist

Tenet Healthcare Corporation; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Holidays pay

Job summary

Conifer Health in Oregon is seeking an Authorization Specialist for the Patient Services Center. You will verify benefits, determine authorization requirements, and secure authorizations for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency services.

You will collaborate with PSC department leaders to improve efficiency and ensure accurate documentation across vendors. The role supports the quality management system, handles complex issues, and maintains client relationships.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2-4 years experience in medical facility, health insurance, or related area.
• Some college coursework preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify benefits and determine authorization requirements.
• Secure required authorizations for inpatient, outpatient and emergency services.
• Collaborate with PSC leaders to improve operational efficiency.
• Escalate complex issues requiring clinical input.
• Support quality management and performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

Typing 35 wpm

Customer service

Healthcare compliance

Payer requirements knowledge

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2-4 years healthcare/insurance experience

Some college coursework

Job description

Conifer Health in Oregon is seeking an Authorization Specialist for the Patient Services Center. You will verify benefits, determine authorization requirements, and secure authorizations for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency services.

You will collaborate with PSC department leaders to improve efficiency and ensure accurate documentation across vendors. The role supports the quality management system, handles complex issues, and maintains client relationships.