Authorization Coordinator

We invite you to come be a part of a growing, cutting-edge health plans department and leading home care organization with over 130 years in the business. In this role, you'll be responsible for efficiently handling authorization/service requests, collaborating across departments to resolve issues promptly, and ensuring effective and timely delivery of services. This role is hybrid, onsite twice a week.

$20.98 - $26.23 Hourly

What We Provide

• Referral bonus opportunities

• Generous paid time off (PTO), starting at 20 days of paid time off and 9 company holidays

• Health insurance plan for you and your loved ones, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability

• Employer-matched 401k retirement saving program

• Personal and financial wellness programs

• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care and commuter transit program

• Generous tuition reimbursement for qualifying degrees

• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement and CEU credits

What You Will Do

• Creates and modifies authorizations and/or orders for new and existing Members in an accurate and timely manner

• Researches, troubleshoots, resolves authorization and/or order processing issues and discrepancies

• Completes activities, including but not limited to, inbound/outbound calls, as assigned, faxes and emails

• Coordinates with Providers and Members regarding authorization requests and/or activities

• Communicates with Care Management, Member Services, Membership and Eligibility and other internal departments regarding Member services, authorization requests and issues

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

Work Experience:

• Minimum of two years of experience in a customer service role required

• Excellent oral and written communication skills required

• Advanced personal computer skills, including Word, Excel or Access required

• Utilization Management experience preferred