Prior Authorization Specialist

OneOncology; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance (including dental &/v

401(k) Plan with match

Professional Development Fund

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Beacon Clinic in Coeur d'Alene, ID is hiring a Prior Authorization Specialist to coordinate approvals, explain financials to patients, and keep billing accurate. The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and strong communication in a patient-centered cancer care setting.

Required: high school diploma or GED; experience with insurance and prior authorizations is preferred. On-site, competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• High school education or GED required.
• Experience with Insurance and Prior Authorization strongly preferred.
• Ability to interpret billing manuals and insurance terminology.
• Ability to work in a group and meet tight timeframes.
• Attention to detail with ability to concentrate on multiple activities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates insurance approvals, prior authorizations, and appeals with private and government payers, including Medicare, HMOs/PPOs, and clinical trials.
• Communicates with patients and families to provide treatment estimates, discuss financial responsibilities, and establish payment arrangements.
• Verifies insurance coverage regularly and resolves billing or reimbursement issues to avoid treatment delays.
• Prepares and documents patient accounts accurately for supervisor approval, ensuring billing compliance and use of proper codes.
• Collaborates with providers and the patient access manager to identify and resolve financial barriers before treatment begins.

Skills

Compassionate bedside manner

Strong communication skills

Phone communication

Team player

Insurance terminology

Payer processes

Prior authorization

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Time management

Continuous learning

Education

High school education or GED

Job description

Why Join Us?

Beacon Clinic was founded for the purpose of delivering a level of care that we, as a team, can all be proud of. We are a patient-focused health and wellness clinic that is committed to providing the highest quality of medical care and supportive services. When founded, we specialized in the treatment of cancer and blood conditions. Today, we provide medical oncology and hematology, radiation oncology, rheumatology, and urology services to our phenomenal patients. Learn more about us at our website.

Job Description

Beacon has an excellent opportunity available within our clinic as a Prior Authorization Specialist. If you are looking for exciting, flexible, and stimulating work with meaningful advancement opportunities available, then consider Beacon the right place for you!

Duties/Responsibilities

• Coordinates insurance approvals, prior authorizations, and appeals with private and government payers, including Medicare, HMOs/PPOs, and clinical trials.
• Communicates with patients and families to provide treatment estimates, discuss financial responsibilities, and establish payment arrangements.
• Verifies insurance coverage regularly and resolves billing or reimbursement issues to avoid treatment delays.
• Prepares and documents patient accounts accurately for supervisor approval, ensuring billing compliance and use of proper codes.
• Collaborates with providers and the patient access manager to identify and resolve financial barriers before treatment begins.
• Demonstrates professionalism through self-directed work, ongoing development, and encouraging innovative problem-solving.
• This list outlines the core responsibilities of the position but is not all-inclusive.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Compassionate and caring bedside manner
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable on phone
• Ability to work extremely well in a group setting
• Ability to interpret billing manuals, insurance and/or other third-party coverage
• Understanding of the third-party review process, payer funding and authorization procedures to ensure payment, and government/state payers, including eligibility factors
• Knowledge of medical and insurance terminology is required
• Understanding on how to prioritize workload and possess ability to meet tight time frames
• Ability to work under minimal supervision, with detail and possess problem-solving and follow-through skills
• Must have ability to concentrate on detail in the middle of other activities
• Interested in ongoing personal development, professional growth, and continuing education a plus

Education

High school education or GED required. Experience with Insurance and Prior Authorization strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Location

3815 N Schreiber Way, Suite 101, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815. Willing to float to other locations if needed.

On-Site Benefits

• Paid Time Off 8 paid, closed-clinic holidays
• Health Insurance, including dental and vision
• 401(k) Plan with match
• Professional Development Fund
• Employee Assistance Program

Pay

Starting at $22.00/hour

Beacon Company Mission

To meet patients wherever they are on their cancer journey and walk with them on that journey; to provide compassionate, personalized cancer care for an unparalleled patient experience.

Beacon Core Values

• Compassion.
• Grace.
• Honesty.
• Humor.
• Respect.
• Trust.

Beacon Clinic was founded for the purpose of delivering a level of care that we, as a team, can all be proud of. We are a patient-focused boutique health and wellness clinic that is committed to providing the highest quality medical care and supportive services. Founded in 2018 by Dr. David Bartels, Beacon Clinic has made it our mission to provide patient-focused, compassionate care. When growing our team, we look for the people who will be ready to carry out that mission. At our Northern Idaho location, Beacon offers medical oncology and hematology, radiation oncology, rheumatology, and urology services to our Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, and surrounding community members. In our Southern Idaho location, Beacon offers medical oncology and hematology services to our Boise and surrounding community members. Beacon Core Values: Compassion. Grace. Honesty. Humor. Respect. Trust. Our providers and staff at Beacon share these values and truly embody the mission of Beacon. Our team is comprised of the most devoted, compassionate individuals who consistently go above and beyond for patients and who strive to continually improve patient care and the overall patient experience. We work purposely to create a culture that team members look forward to walking into each day. We hope one of our openings could match what you’re looking for. Learn more about us at our website.