Authorization Coordinator, Hospice, Work From Home

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!OrganizationSCAH-Sutter Care at Home - UTPosition OverviewProvides medical administration support to providers by obtaining referral or prior authorizations for patients to see specialty providers. Completes referrals and/or authorizations accurately and consistently with minimal supervision. In Managed Care, processes authorization and referral requests for members in coordination with health plans and contracted providers. Provides support to the Case Management staff. Serves as a resource to providers regarding the authorization process.EducationJob Description:HS Diploma or GEDDepartment Required Certifications & LicensuresDepartment, Home Health: AUTO-Automobile Insurance (remote employees excluded)Department, Home Health: DL-Valid Drivers License (remote employees excluded)Preferred Experience As Typically Acquired In2 years recent relevant experience.Skills And KnowledgeMedical terminology, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT)/Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS)/International Classification of Diseases (ICD)-9 coding knowledge.Knowledge of medical terminology/anatomy.Ability to exercise discretion and make independent judgements, seeking review when decisions represent significant departure from established guidelines.Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word or similar programs.Ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions.Active listening skills; including interpersonal skills and telephone communication.Organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-up.Job ShiftDaysScheduleFull TimeShift Hours8Days Of The WeekVariableWeekend RequirementsRotating WeekendsBenefitsYesUnionsNoPosition StatusNon-ExemptWeekly Hours40Employee StatusRegularSutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.Pay Range is $22.29 to $28.98 / hourThe compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.