Authorization Specialist

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Panhandle ENT-PENTA, Authorization Specialist in Amarillo, TX. 

Why Join Us? 

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: 

• BSA Health System is the fourth largest employer in Amarillo, with a medical staff of more than 400 physicians and 3,000 employees. At BSA, the focus is to provide quality healthcare in Christian love, service and dignity.

• The prior authorization specialist is responsible for coordinating and processing prior authorizations as requested by providers.
•  Obtains and processes initial prior authorizations and re-authorizations as required by insurance providers.
• Notifies patients of appointments and gives any instructions required for the appointment.
• Enters insurance prior authorization documentation into the electronic health record.
• Communicates patient financial responsibility for healthcare services to patients and guarantors.
• Creates and provides cost estimates for scheduled services and procedures.
• Collects deposits, co-payments, deductibles, and other patient payments.
• Performs additional prior authorization responsibilities and clerical work as needed within the clinic.

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.