What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pre-Authorization Representative FT position at Englewood Health?
Job Summary:
Under general supervision, contacts insurance companies to obtain pre authorization for various testing and or therapy. Obtains necessary personal and medical information from physician office on the patient for use in authorization. Performs computer data entry and other record keeping tasks related to authorization of patients’ treatment.
Department: Patient Access Services
Location : Englewood, NJ
Status : Full Time
Shift: Evenings
Hours: Monday to Friday, 11:30am -7:30pm. Occasional weekends.
Job Essentials: The ideal candidate will meet the following requirements and competencies.
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
- Ability to function independently
- Clerical, data entry and some typing skills including: Filing and record keeping
- Ability to work in fast paced environment
- Flexible and able to pay close attention to details
- Ability to complete needed tasks with speed accuracy One or more years of related insurance experience in health care facility or physician office preferred
Education Requirements:
Completion of high school or equivalent education or minimum 5 years’ experience in related field.Englewood Health job postings provide a minimum rate to comply with New Jersey Law. The rate of pay for each position will be determined based on a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, etc. The minimum rate does not include bonuses/incentives, differential pay or other forms of compensation. In addition to the minimum rate, eligible employees may receive comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other wellness resources.
Minimum rate: $18.50 per hour
Salary : $19