Healthcare Pre-Authorization Specialist – Patient Services

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, disability, &

Life insurance

Job summary

Conifer Health, part of the Tenet healthcare family, is seeking an Authorized Services professional to verify benefits, determine authorization requirements, and secure authorizations for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency services. You will collaborate with PSC leaders and revenue cycle staff to streamline the authorization process and support quality metrics.

The role requires strong communication, multitasking, and familiarity with medical terminology, with opportunities to contribute to

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Verify benefits and determine authorization requirements.
• Secure required authorizations for inpatient, outpatient and emergency services.
• Address complex issues requiring clinical input and escalation.
• Interact with clients and revenue cycle staff to facilitate the authorization process.
• Support quality management and process improvements within the department.

Skills

Typing 35 wpm

Advanced customer service

Oral and written comms

Multitasking

Medical terminology

Healthcare compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Some college coursework

Tools

Hospital software

EHR systems

Data entry systems

Job description

Conifer Health, part of the Tenet healthcare family, is seeking an Authorized Services professional to verify benefits, determine authorization requirements, and secure authorizations for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency services. You will collaborate with PSC leaders and revenue cycle staff to streamline the authorization process and support quality metrics.

The role requires strong communication, multitasking, and familiarity with medical terminology, with opportunities to contribute to