Prior Authorization Specialist

SHIFT: Mon - Fri, 8-5
POSITION OVERVIEW:
TEKsystems is hiring for one of Connecticut's leading cardiology practice that has offices throughout CT, part of HHC. Their Wallingford office is in need of a Prior Authorization Specialist to join their team.
Position Summary:
The Prior Authorization Representative is responsible for obtaining timely insurance approvals for cardiology procedures, imaging, and medications to support patient care and minimize delays.
Key Responsibilities:
Submit and track prior authorization requests for procedures, diagnostics, and medications
Communicate with insurance companies, providers, and patients regarding authorization status
Ensure accurate and complete documentation in the EMR
Follow up on pending requests and resolve denials or additional information requests
Maintain knowledge of payer guidelines and cardiology-specific requirements
Qualifications:
1-3 years of medical office or prior authorization experience (cardiology preferred)
Strong knowledge of insurance plans, CPT/ICD-10 coding basics, and EMR systems
Excellent communication, organization, and attention to detail
Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8am start time.
*Skills*
Medical billing, Claim, Revenue cycle, Collection, Health care, charge entry, medical claims processing, icd-10, Prior authorization, Medical insurance, Insurance verification, Medical terminology, Benefit verification, Health insurance, Patient Access, Patient Service, Pre Authorization, Epic, Invoicing, Data entry, Insurance, Payment posting
*Top Skills Details*
Medical billing,Claim,Revenue cycle,Collection,Health care,charge entry,medical claims processing,icd-10,Prior authorization,Medical insurance,Insurance verification,Medical terminology,Benefit verification,Health insurance,Patient Access,Patient Service
*Additional Skills & Qualifications*
Prior Authorizations
Pre Authorizations
Authorizations
*Experience Level*
Entry Level
*Job Type & Location*This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wallingford, CT.
*Pay and Benefits*The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

* Medical, dental & vision


* Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital


* 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available


* Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)


* Short and long-term disability


* Health Spending Account (HSA)


* Transportation benefits


* Employee Assistance Program


* Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
*Workplace Type*This is a fully onsite position in Wallingford,CT.
*Application Deadline*This position is anticipated to close on Jul 1, 2026.

About TEKsystems


We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services


We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

*San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:* Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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