Authorization
Coordinator
Rural Health Clinic
Reports to: Director of Rural Health Clinic
Classification: Non-Exempt - Clerk II
Department: Rural Health Clinic
JOB SUMMARY:
The Authorization Coordinator performs an essential role in the Campbell Clinic by assisting medical staff in obtaining authorizations for medications, procedures, durable medical equipment, referrals, and any other medical services required by insurance in an ongoing effort to further the continuity of care for all clinic patients. This position requires contact with patients, vendors, clinic staff, and other medical professionals.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Must possess good people skills and customer service skills
- Strong time management skills
- Very attentive to details. It takes time to understand the reasons for authorizations and referrals, type of authorizations and provider needed, and insurance requirements
- Strong command of the English language, both written and oral
- Exhibits high ethical and professional standards
- Appropriate understanding of computer hardware (i.e. PCs, tablets, laptops) and software (i.e. Microsoft Office, email, internet, HER)
- Ability to "multi-task" in a high demand daily schedule
- Medical terminology and knowledge of common medication names is beneficial and recommended
EDUATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High school graduate or equivalent, required
- Medical assistant certification or higher, required
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One (1) year primary care experience, preferred
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One (1) year medical authorization/referral experience, preferred
Contact Information
Parker County Hospital District
1130 Pecan Drive
Weatherford, TX 76086
Phone: (817) 458-3249
Fax: (817) 458-3261