Healthcare Authorization Specialist I - MPF Central Authorizations

JOB SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, the Healthcare Authorization Specialist I is responsible for ensuring that insurance benefits are verified, patient responsibility estimates are calculated and communicated to the patient and/or family, and authorization is secured timely for all assigned service types. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

H.S Diploma, GED, or Equivalent

1 Year of Healthcare Authorization Experience or 2 years of Experience in Healthcare Revenue Cycle

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree

Experience with Epic or other EMR Systems

Bilingual English/Spanish and/or other languages that meet business needs of the department

The current salary range for this position is $23.00 to $30.27

Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.

EOE including disability/vet