Prior Authorization Associate - Epic & Payer Workflow

OU Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

Medical plans

Dental plans

Benefits package

Job summary

OU Health is seeking a Prior Authorization Specialist I in Oklahoma City to complete authorization workflows under defined protocols, using Epic and payer portals. You will verify benefits, track statuses, and escalate nonstandard cases while collaborating with multiple departments across the organization to ensure timely approvals.

The role requires a high school credential and a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• No experience required.
• Foundational understanding of payer types and referral/authorization concepts.
• Ability to follow standardized workflows and documentation requirements.
• Developing proficiency in Epic and payer portals.
• Accuracy, timeliness, and compliance focus.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Submit prior authorization requests using standard payer workflows.
• Verify basic benefits, coverage, and authorization requirements.
• Track authorization status and update Epic accurately.
• Escalate incomplete or nonstandard cases per protocol.
• Collaborate with departments across the organization.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Payer types knowledge

Workflow adherence

Epic and payer portals

Accuracy and timeliness

Written and verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

OU Health is seeking a Prior Authorization Specialist I in Oklahoma City to complete authorization workflows under defined protocols, using Epic and payer portals. You will verify benefits, track statuses, and escalate nonstandard cases while collaborating with multiple departments across the organization to ensure timely approvals.

The role requires a high school credential and a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.