Part-Time Prior Authorization Specialist – Detail Oriented

Dent Neurologic Group LLP; Town of Amherst (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Plans

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Free Onsite Parking

Job summary

Dent Neurologic Institute in Amherst, NY is seeking a Clerical, Part-Time Entry level position in our patient services team. You will ensure prior authorizations are complete and accurate so patients receive medications without delay. Schedule: Monday–Friday, 20 hours per week, on-site in Amherst.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma; Word, Excel and EMR experience (eCW preferred). Healthcare exposure is a plus and attention to detail is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Preferred healthcare experience; not mandatory.
• Proficient in Word and Excel; EMR experience (eCW) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Submit authorizations for prescription medications ordered in the employed department for all medical insurances and no-fault (if applicable).
• Review documents throughout shift to perform prior auth submission via appropriate website (e.g. Cover My Meds).
• If there are remote days, send prior auth requests to a nursing team member to print, perform, and submit via electronic fax.
• Provide training for operational teams to ensure quality goals are met.
• Communicate to payers if there is an issue with prior authorization and resolve effectively.
• Follow payor formulary guidance to submit information to insurance companies to gain approval of patient’s medication.
• Other duties as assigned and requested

Skills

Healthcare experience

Word & Excel

EMR experience

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

eCW (EMR)

Job description

Dent Neurologic Institute in Amherst, NY is seeking a Clerical, Part-Time Entry level position in our patient services team. You will ensure prior authorizations are complete and accurate so patients receive medications without delay. Schedule: Monday–Friday, 20 hours per week, on-site in Amherst.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma; Word, Excel and EMR experience (eCW preferred). Healthcare exposure is a plus and attention to detail is essential.