Referral, Authorization & Scheduling Specialist

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Referral Specialist to manage patient referrals, authorizations, and scheduling across designated locations. The role acts as a liaison among patients, providers, and medical staff to ensure timely coordination of care.

Responsibilities include verifying insurance eligibility, obtaining prior authorizations, and entering demographic data into hospital systems, with emphasis on accuracy and compassionate service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate referrals, authorizations, and scheduling with accuracy.
• Coordinate with patients, providers, and staff to ensure timely care.
• Verify insurance eligibility and obtain prior authorizations.
• Enter demographic and insurance information into clinic/hospital systems.
• Communicate appointment details and schedule with the appropriate specialists.

Skills

Communication skills

Healthcare experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Trinity Health in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Referral Specialist to manage patient referrals, authorizations, and scheduling across designated locations. The role acts as a liaison among patients, providers, and medical staff to ensure timely coordination of care.

Responsibilities include verifying insurance eligibility, obtaining prior authorizations, and entering demographic data into hospital systems, with emphasis on accuracy and compassionate service.