What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pre-Authorization Specialist- Physical Therapy (Full-Time) position at The Iowa Clinic?
Looking for a career where you love what you do and who you do it with?
You’re in the right place. Healthcare here is different – we’re locally owned and led by our physicians, and all decisions are always made right here in Central Iowa. By working at The Iowa Clinic, you’ll get to make a difference while seeing a difference in our workplace. Because as one clinic dedicated to exceptional care, we’re committed to exceeding expectations, showing compassion and collaborating to provide the kind of care most of us got into this business to deliver in the first place.
Think you’ve got what it takes to join our TIC team? Keep reading…
A day in the life…
Wondering what a day in the life of a Pre-Authorization Specialist at The Iowa Clinic might look like?
What You'll Do:
Qualifications
What’s In It For You
You’re in the right place. Healthcare here is different – we’re locally owned and led by our physicians, and all decisions are always made right here in Central Iowa. By working at The Iowa Clinic, you’ll get to make a difference while seeing a difference in our workplace. Because as one clinic dedicated to exceptional care, we’re committed to exceeding expectations, showing compassion and collaborating to provide the kind of care most of us got into this business to deliver in the first place.
Think you’ve got what it takes to join our TIC team? Keep reading…
A day in the life…
Wondering what a day in the life of a Pre-Authorization Specialist at The Iowa Clinic might look like?
What You'll Do:
- Arrive at work in the morning and enjoy standard clinic hours with no night shifts (8:00-4:30 with a 30-minute lunch).
- Obtain benefits and insurance prior-authorizations for physical therapy services as needed.
- Verify insurance benefits and coverage to ensure accurate patient scheduling and authorization requirements are met.
- Gather required clinical and insurance documentation, submit authorization requests, and follow up to ensure timely approvals.
- Coordinate with patients, providers, and insurance companies regarding authorization status and scheduling needs.
- During downtime, provide front desk support, including:
- Patient check-in and registration
- Greeting and assisting patients
- Answering phones and directing calls
- Scheduling appointments
- General administrative support to help maintain efficient clinic operations
- Strive to create The Iowa Clinic Experience with every patient and team interaction.
Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Highly organized
- Excellent communication skills
- Medical terminology necessary
- Medical billing/coding experience or pre-authorization experience preferred.
- Highly motivated to work in a healthcare setting.
- You love exceeding people’s expectations
- You enjoy having fun where you work
- Finding meaningful connections is what you live for
What’s In It For You
- One of the best 401(k) programs in central Iowa, including employer match and profit sharing
- Employee incentives to share in the Clinic’s success
- Generous PTO accruals and paid holidays
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Quarterly volunteer opportunities through a variety of local nonprofits
- Training and development programs
- Opportunities to have fun with your colleagues, including TIC night at the Iowa Cubs, employee appreciation tailgate party, Adventureland day, State Fair tickets, annual holiday party, drive-in movie night… we could go on and on
- Monthly departmental celebrations, jeans days and clinic-wide competitions
- Employee rewards and recognition program
- Health and wellness program with up to $350/year in incentives
- Employee feedback surveys
- All employee meetings, team huddles and transparent communication