Patient Access Specialist

Pay Rate Low: 27 | Pay Rate High: 31

We are seeking an experienced Patient Access Specialist to support a busy oncology healthcare environment. This role is responsible for obtaining and reviewing prior authorizations, verifying insurance benefits, and ensuring patients have timely access to care.

Location: Baldwin Park, CA 91706

Pay: $27–$31/hr

Schedule: Full-Time | Onsite

Contract (6 months, possibility to extend)

Responsibilities

• Submit and manage prior authorizations for oncology services and procedures.
• Verify patient insurance eligibility, benefits, and coverage requirements.
• Review referrals, medical documentation, and payer requirements for authorization approvals.
• Utilize insurance payer portals to review authorization status and benefit information.
• Document authorization and insurance information accurately within Epic EMR.
• Communicate with patients, providers, and insurance companies regarding authorization status and coverage.
• Resolve authorization issues, denials, and insurance discrepancies as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and support compliance with departmental policies and payer guidelines.
  
  

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in Patient Access, Insurance Verification, Financial Clearance, or Prior Authorizations.
• Recent experience using Epic EMR.
• Strong background submitting and reviewing authorizations within an oncology or cancer hospital setting.
• Experience with insurance and benefit verification.
• Experience working with major insurance payer web portals.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
  
  

This job description is a complete list of all desired skills, but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!

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