Referrals and Authorizations Coordinator-FT-Days-MCI MRH

Memorial Healthcare System; Florida; Sur place; USD 42 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Memorial Healthcare System in Hollywood, FL is seeking a Referrals and Authorizations Coordinator to secure prior authorizations and primary care referrals for inpatient and outpatient services, including surgeries and procedures. The role supports timely access to care, payer compliance, and accurate reimbursement.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, two years in medical practice, and familiarity with EMR and billing systems. Strong communication and organization are essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology and insurance authorization processes.
• Familiarity with payer portals, EMR systems, and healthcare billing systems.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsabilités

• Schedules appointment times using computerized scheduling programs.
• Communicates with physicians and other healthcare team members to ensure facility and staff availability.

Connaissances

Accountability

Customer service

Effective communication

Hand hygiene

Organization skills

Patient and family centered care

Patient scheduling

Problem solving

Responding to change

Standards of behavior

Team work

Formation

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate’s degree (preferred)

Outils

Payer portals

EMR systems

Healthcare billing systems

Description du poste

Location:Hollywood, FloridaAt Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.Summary:The Referrals and Authorizations Coordinator secures prior authorizations and primary care referrals for both professional and hospital technical services across inpatient and outpatient care, including surgeries, procedures, and specialist visits. This role facilitates timely access to care, minimizes treatment delays, and supports accurate reimbursement through payer compliance.Responsibilities:Schedules appointment times using computerized scheduling programs.Communicates with physicians and other healthcare team members to ensure availability of facilities and staff.Competencies:ACCOUNTABILITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION, HAND HYGIENE, ORGANIZATION SKILLS, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PATIENT SCHEDULING, PROBLEM SOLVING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR, TEAM WORKEducation and Certification Requirements:High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)Additional Job Information:Complexity of Work: Knowledge of medical terminology, and insurance authorization processes.Familiarity with payer portals, EMR systems, and healthcare billing systems.Strong interpersonal and communication skills with attention to detail.Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Required Work Experience: A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in medical practice, preferably in a setting with authorization experience. Other Information: Additional Education Information: Associate’s degree preferred.Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:Bending and Stooping = 0% Climbing = 0% Keyboard Entry = 60% Kneeling = 0% Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 0% Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60% Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0% Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0% Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 0% Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0% Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0% Reaching = 40% Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0% Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 0% Running = 0% Sitting = 20% Squatting = 0% Standing = 0% Walking = 0% Audible Speech = 0% Hearing Acuity = 0% Smelling Acuity = 0% Taste Discrimination = 0% Depth Perception = 0% Distinguish Color = 0% Seeing - Far = 60% Seeing - Near = 0% Bio hazardous Waste = 0% Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 0% Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 0% Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 0% Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 0% Asbestos = 0% Cytotoxic Chemicals = 0% Dust = 20% Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 0% Hazardous Chemicals = 0% Hazardous Medication = 0% Latex = 0% Computer Monitor = 60% Domestic Animals = 0% Extreme Heat/Cold = 0% Fire Risk = 0% Hazardous Noise = 0% Heating Devices = 0% Hypoxia = 0% Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0% Magnetic Fields = 0% Moving Mechanical Parts = 0% Needles/Sharp Objects = 0% Potential Electric Shock = 0% Potential for Physical Assault = 0% Radiation = 0% Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0% Unprotected Heights = 0% Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 0%Shift:Primarily for office workers - not eligible for shift differentialDisclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.Wages shown on independent job boards reflect market averages, not specific to any employer. We encourage candidates to talk to their Memorial Healthcare System recruiter to discuss actual pay rates, during the hiring process.Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law.We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program.Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954-276-8340 (M-F, 8am-5pm) or email [e-mail]