Healthcare Referral & Prior Authorization Specialist

Pyramid Consulting Healthcare; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyramid Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Healthcare Referral Coordinator – Prior Authorization for an onsite role in Renton, WA. This 03+ months contract offers the potential for extension and features a daytime schedule.

You will coordinate referrals and prior authorizations, gather information by phone, and ensure accurate data entry in healthcare systems while delivering courteous customer support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of healthcare, referral coordination, medical office, patient services, or prior authorization experience.
• Strong communication, phone etiquette, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology or utilization management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate referral and prior authorization requests by gathering information from providers and members over the phone.
• Enter and update information accurately in healthcare systems.
• Communicate authorization status and help resolve routine questions.
• Review documentation, benefits, and coverage requirements to support timely processing.
• Provide professional, courteous customer service while handling calls and inquiries.

Skills

Communication

Phone etiquette

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree

Job description

Pyramid Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Healthcare Referral Coordinator – Prior Authorization for an onsite role in Renton, WA. This 03+ months contract offers the potential for extension and features a daytime schedule.

You will coordinate referrals and prior authorizations, gather information by phone, and ensure accurate data entry in healthcare systems while delivering courteous customer support.