Imaging Referrals & Prior Authorization Specialist III

University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester in Rochester, NY seeks an experienced referral coordinator to manage complex patient referrals, prior authorizations, and scheduling coordination. You will liaise between referring offices, specialists, and patients, ensuring timely access to care and accurate documentation within the EMR system.

The role emphasizes collaboration with care teams, navigating insurance requirements, and improving patient outcomes through efficient referral management and proactive

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Terminology preferred; experience with scheduling software and EMR helps.

Responsibilities

• Manages referrals and acts as liaison between referring offices, specialists, and patients.
• Obtains insurance authorization and coordinates or follows through on approvals.
• Schedules visits, tracks patient compliance, and communicates with teams to resolve issues.
• Ensures electronic health record notes reflect referral and authorization communications.

Skills

Customer relations

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Medical Terminology

Job description

The University of Rochester in Rochester, NY seeks an experienced referral coordinator to manage complex patient referrals, prior authorizations, and scheduling coordination. You will liaise between referring offices, specialists, and patients, ensuring timely access to care and accurate documentation within the EMR system.

The role emphasizes collaboration with care teams, navigating insurance requirements, and improving patient outcomes through efficient referral management and proactive