What are the responsibilities and job description for the ABA Coordinator-Preschool position at The Learning Center?
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and energetic ABA Coordinator-Preschool to join our dynamic team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for coordinating the documentation and authorization requirements necessary for clients to receive ABA assessments and treatment. This position works closely with families, physicians' offices, insurance providers, Patient Managers, BCBAs, RBTs, and other staff to ensure services are authorized and provided without unnecessary delays.
Duties
- Obtain physician prescriptions/orders for ABA assessments and treatment.
- Contact physicians' offices to request new, updated, or corrected prescriptions as needed.
- Communicate with insurance providers regarding ABA authorization requirements.
- Gather and submit documentation needed for initial authorizations and reauthorizations.
- Obtain require parent/guardian consents, signatures, and releases.
- Work with Patient Managers and BCBAs to obtain clinical documentation needed for authorization.
- Track authorization dates, prescription expiration dates, and renewal deadlines.
- Follow up with families, physicians, insurance providers, and staff regarding missing or incomplete documentation.
- Notify BCBAs, Patient Managers, RBTs, and appropriate staff when services are approved, delayed, denied or approaching expiration.
- Maintain accurate records of prescriptions, consents, authorizations, and communication.
- Help prevent interruptions in ABA services by proactively monitoring upcoming authorization and prescription deadlines.
- Maintain client confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and TLC policies.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Skills
- Requires strong analytical ability, sound decision making with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to apply problem solving and conflict resolution techniques and practices.
- Ability to develop effective working relationships with peers, supervisors, and managers within and across organizational lines.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work with employees at all levels in the organization and other business contacts in a professional and tactful manner.
- Ability to organize, prioritize and handle multiple assignments simultaneously and to maintain high levels of confidentiality.
- Skill in operating various office equipment such as computer, various software programs, and telephone systems.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
Pay: $14.00 - $16.75 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $17