Precertification and Authorization Rep-Supplemental/PRN-Hybrid

Mayo Clinic; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Education opportunities

Benefits package

Job summary

Mayo Clinic is hiring a Precertification and Authorization Call Center Representative to support referral, precertification, and prior authorization workflows in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment. The role requires handling inquiries, gathering information, and coordinating steps with multiple departments to ensure timely authorizations.

The position is hybrid and based near Mayo Clinic campuses; excellent communication and knowledge of healthcare terminology are essential to balance

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor's degree.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of CPT-ICD10 codes, healthcare terminology, and insurance verification/claims adjudication preferred.
• Excellent verbal communication; ability to work in a complex environment with competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support referral, precertification, and prior authorization workflows in a high-volume call center.
• Handle inbound calls, inquiries, gather information, and coordinate next steps with appropriate departments and clinical practices.

Skills

Reading & communication

Phone etiquette

Healthcare terminology

Epic RC/EMR knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Epic RC/EMR

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Responsibilities

HYBRID: This is a hybrid position and must be located within 100 miles of any of the Mayo Clinic campuses, as this hybrid role may require occasional on-site attendance based on business needs.

The Precertification and Authorization Call Center Representative is an intermediate-level role responsible for supporting referral, precertification, and prior authorization workflows within a high-volume call center environment. This position serves as a key point of contact for insurance payers, physician offices, and patients, facilitating timely communication and coordination throughout the authorization process. While team members do not directly initiate or submit authorizations, they provide critical operational support by managing inbound calls, addressing inquiries, gathering and communicating necessary information, and coordinating next steps with appropriate departments and clinical practices. Team members support more than 23 Prior Authorization specialty skills, requiring the ability to navigate diverse workflows, systems, and departmental processes while adapting to varying customer and authorization needs. Success in this role requires strong communication and customer service skills, adaptability, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to effectively manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Team members are expected to consistently meet established quality, productivity, and compliance standards while maintaining a positive experience for both internal and external customers. To support efficient and effective operations, team members are expected to maintain an average productivity rate of 6.5 calls per hour while demonstrating professionalism, accuracy, responsiveness, and exceptional customer service. Performance expectations include adherence to quality assurance standards, regulatory and compliance requirements, and departmental procedures. Ultimately, success in this role requires effectively balancing productivity with accuracy, customer satisfaction, timely resolution, and operational excellence while contributing to broader departmental goals and service standards.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED and 2+ years of relevant experience required

OR

Bachelor’s degree required

Additional Requirements Include

• Ability to read and communicate effectively


• Basic computer/keyboarding skills, intermediate mathematic competency


• Good written and verbal communication skills


• Knowledge of proper phone etiquette and phone handling skills


• Position requires general knowledge of healthcare terminology and CPT-ICD10 codes. Basic knowledge of and experience in insurance verification and claim adjudication is preferred. Requires excellent verbal communication skills, and the ability to work in a complex environment with varying points of view. Must be comfortable with ambiguity, exhibit good decision making and judgment capabilities, attention to detail. Knowledge of Denial codes is preferred. Knowledge of and experience using an Epic RC/EMR system is preferred. Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) Certification Preferred.


• This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship / we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position.

During the selection process, you may participate in an OnDemand (pre-recorded) interview that you can complete at your convenience. During the OnDemand interview, a question will appear on your screen, and you will have time to consider each question before responding. You will have the opportunity to re-record your answer to each question - Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording. The complete interview will be reviewed by a Mayo Clinic staff member and you will be notified of next steps.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$21.91 -$34.27/per hour

Benefits Eligible

No

Schedule

Part Time

Hours/Pay Period

Supplemental/PRN, as needed based on staffing.

Schedule Details

Our Call Center is open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. CST. To support coverage needs, you should be flexible and available to work any 8-hour shift within those hours, as well as 1 to 5 business days throughout the week. Based on departmental needs.

Weekend Schedule

No weekends

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.