Hybrid Authorization & Budget Coordinator

Lifeworks Services, Inc.; Richfield (MN); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Yearly bonus

Job summary

Lifeworks Services – Richfield, MN is seeking an Authorization Specialist to obtain and enter service authorizations and budgets for self-directed clients. This full-time role involves 40 hours/week with 20% in-person work, primarily in Richfield, MN, and a pay range of $21–$24 per hour.

Bonus eligible yearly; benefits and company support are included. You will collaborate with Finance and other departments to ensure timely authorizations, maintain accurate records, and support audits and

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree preferred; high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in healthcare, human services, insurance or related field desirable.
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR) preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all required documentation for new budgets, renewals, and addendum requests is complete and accurate.
• Follow up with staff on authorization and addendum status and address issues timely.
• Keep detailed records of budget/addendum requests, changes, denials and correspondence.
• Review and address issues during budget/addendum entry process.
• Provide timely updates to all parties involved and resolve issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Data entry

Confidentiality

Education

Associate’s degree in a relevant field

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Lifeworks Services – Richfield, MN is seeking an Authorization Specialist to obtain and enter service authorizations and budgets for self-directed clients. This full-time role involves 40 hours/week with 20% in-person work, primarily in Richfield, MN, and a pay range of $21–$24 per hour.

Bonus eligible yearly; benefits and company support are included. You will collaborate with Finance and other departments to ensure timely authorizations, maintain accurate records, and support audits and