Authorization Coordinator

Title: Authorization Coordinator

Location: Fountain Valley, CA

Department: Infusion Center - GRP FV Brook

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Days (8hr)

Pay Range*: $21.50/hr - $30.65/hr

MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system that includes four leading hospitals, award-winning medical groups - consisting of over 200 sites of care, and more than 2,000 physicians throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties. We are committed to increasing access to patient-centric, affordable, and high-quality healthcare; your personal contributions are integral to MemorialCare's recognition as a market leader and innovator in value-based and other care models.

Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration, and accountability.Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation, and teamwork.

Position Summary

1. The Authorization Coordinator is responsible for obtaining authorization for all applicable orders utilizing the five (5) Simply Better steps with every patient and team member interaction.
2. Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job
3. Must have the ability, skill-set, qualifications, education, and licensure (if applicable) for all the responsibilities required for position.
4. Must excel in communication (written & verbal), customer service and can work independently or as part of a team.
5. Must excel in prioritization, organization and multi-tasking while demonstrating attention to detail and follow though.
6. Can problem solve to logical conclusion, demonstrate initiative and is responsible.
7. Greet, connect, and be an extraordinary host for each patient at arrival and departure/check-out at facility.
8. Be at work and be on time.
9. Follow company policies, procedures, and directives.
10. Interact in a positive and constructive manner.
11. Prioritize and multitask.

*Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare-that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there's more...Check out ourMemorialCare Benefitsfor more information about our Benefits and Rewards.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications/Work Experience:

• Must have one year minimum in working in the health care field
• Proficient computer skills (MS Word and Outlook)
• Medical Assistant experience preferred
• Knowledge of medical terminology, HCPCS, ICD-10 and CPT coding preferred
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required

Education/Licensure/Certification:

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED)