What are the responsibilities and job description for the Funding Specialist - Outpatient Services Funding - Per Diem position at Valley Children's Healthcare?
Job Details
Career area
Finance
Position Type
Per Diem
Date Posted
06/02/2026
Location
Madera, CA 93636, United States
Job ID
JOB_POSTING-3-1819
Madera, California, 93636
Job Summary:
The role of Funding Specialist is responsible for securing funding for payers for all outpatient services including, ambulatory practices, day surgery, and imaging services. The position will receive patient referrals and authorizations from the payers and Primary Care Physicians including external /internal departments that need authorizations from the appropriate governmental agency or insurance company. This position is accountable for obtaining and processing of CCS, Government or Commercial insurance for the appropriate authorization of initial and/or follow up services. These referrals/authorizations must be processed as timely and accurately as possible with respect to the services that are to be rendered. This position will work closely with the Point of Care Departments and Patient Accounting in order to ensure timely communication and follow up regarding the authorization status of each patient(s).Qualifications:
Education
- High School Diploma/G.E.D. (required)
Work Experience
- Minimum one (1) year Related experience in obtaining medical insurance, government authorization or medical insurance/government billing (required)
Skills and Abilities
- Strong communication skills, problem solving skills, analytical skills, interpersonal skills as well as time management and critical thinking skills.
- Preferred medical terminology, previous registration and/or billing experience in physician practice, clinic/hospital care setting and working knowledge of Excel software.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Compensation Range:
$24.60 - $34.05Workshift:
Day (United States of America)Position Exempt:
NoFTE %:
0Scheduled Weekly Hours:
0Daily Hours:
8Have Questions?
Call Recruitment Services at 559-353-7071 or email us at recruiting@valleychildrens.org
Disclaimer: Final compensation will be dependent upon skills and experience.
Salary : $25 - $34