Authorization Specialist

Authorization Specialist

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Authorization Specialist in Harker Heights, TX.

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Seton Medical Center Harker Heights is an 83-bed acute care hospital offering services such as Cardiology, Emergency Services and a Level IV Trauma Designated ER, General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Total Joint Replacement, Gastroenterology, Diagnostic Services and more.

Responsibilities:

• Obtains and processes initial prior authorizations and re-authorizations as required by insurance providers.
• Notifies patient of appointments and gives any instructions required for appointment.
• Enters insurance prior authorization documentation into the electronic health record.
• Communicates patient financial responsibility for healthcare services to patients and guarantors.
• Create and provide cost estimates for scheduled services and procedures.
• Collect deposits, copayments, deductibles, and other patient payments.
• Performs additional prior authorization responsibilities and clerical work as needed within the clinic.

Qualifications:

Job Requirements:

• High School (or GED equivalent) diploma.
• Prior experience in a customer service role.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Prior scheduling or prior authorization experience.