MRI Authorization & Scheduling Coordinator

Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k) with match

Job summary

Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance in Nashville, TN is hiring an MRI Authorization Coordinator to manage pre-certifications, retro-authorizations, and appeals for MRI services. The role supports Patient Services and collaborates with MRI Technologists and staff to ensure smooth scheduling and coverage during staffing shortages.

The successful candidate brings 6 months of healthcare experience (or equivalent), basic computer skills, and an organized, detail-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months healthcare experience or training.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• College degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain pre-certifications and supporting documents; follow up.
• Notify physicians of denials; peer-to-peer requests and follow up.
• Obtain retro-authorizations; write appeal letters as needed.
• Assist in tracking monthly outsourced MRIs (Excel).
• Work with MRI staff to maintain schedule and coverage.
• Maintain HIPAA confidentiality at all times.
• Fill in for MRI Patient Access Specialists as needed.
• Assist MRI Director with other projects.

Skills

Customer service

CPT/ICD coding

Insurance guidelines

Denials & appeals

Multi-tasking

Organized

Clerical skills

Excel

Basic computer skills

Math skills

Customer relations

Dependability

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Job description

Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance in Nashville, TN is hiring an MRI Authorization Coordinator to manage pre-certifications, retro-authorizations, and appeals for MRI services. The role supports Patient Services and collaborates with MRI Technologists and staff to ensure smooth scheduling and coverage during staffing shortages.

The successful candidate brings 6 months of healthcare experience (or equivalent), basic computer skills, and an organized, detail-oriented mindset.