Pre-Authorization Specialist - Revenue Cycle (Full Time)

The Iowa Clinic; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) program with employer match

Generous PTO accruals

Health, dental and vision insurance

Employee rewards and recognition program

Quarterly volunteer opportunities

Training and development programs

Job summary

The Iowa Clinic in West Des Moines is looking for a dedicated individual to obtain insurance pre-authorization for procedures and specialty medications. You will be the point of contact for insurance providers, ensuring proper details are collected and approvals are timely.

This role requires excellent organizational and communication skills, along with a high school diploma. Join a team committed to exceptional patient care in a supportive environment with various employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Required high school diploma or equivalent.
• Medical billing/coding experience preferred.
• Must be highly organized and motivated to work in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Obtain insurance pre-authorization for various medical services.
• Gather necessary details for insurance providers and follow up for approvals.
• Complete FMLA paperwork for patients.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Medical terminology

Pre-authorization experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Looking for a career where you love what you do and who you do it with? You’re in the right place.

Healthcare here is different – we’re locally owned and led by our physicians, and all decisions are always made right here in Central Iowa.

By working at The Iowa Clinic, you’ll get to make a difference while seeing a difference in our workplace. Because as one clinic dedicated to exceptional care, we’re committed to exceeding expectations, showing compassion and collaborating to provide the kind of care most of us got into this business to deliver in the first place.

Think you’ve got what it takes to join our TIC team? Keep reading…

A day in the life…

• Arrive at work in the morning – no night shifts here!
• Obtain insurance pre‑authorization for procedures, imaging exams, injections and specialty medication prescriptions.
• You must gather necessary details insurance providers require, submit for pre‑authorization and follow up to ensure timely approval with patients scheduled procedures
• Will also complete FMLA paperwork for patients
• Strives to create The Iowa Clinic Experience with each interaction.

This job might be for you if…

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Highly organized
• Excellent communication skills
• Medical terminology necessary
• Medical billing/coding experience or pre‑authorization experience preferred.
• Highly motivated to work in a healthcare setting.

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What’s in it for you

• One of the best 401(k) programs in central Iowa, including employer match and profit sharing
• Employee incentives to share in the Clinic’s success
• Generous PTO accruals
• and paid holidays
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Quarterly volunteer opportunities through a variety of local nonprofits
• Training and development programs
• Opportunities to have fun with your colleagues, including TIC night at the Iowa Cubs, employee appreciation tailgate party, Adventureland day, State Fair tickets, annual holiday party, drive‑in movie night… we could go on and on
• Monthly departmental celebrations, jeans days and clinic‑wide competitions
• Employee rewards and recognition program
• Health and wellness program with up to $350/year in incentives
• Employee feedback surveys
• All employee meetings, team huddles and transparent communication