Complex Authorization Team Coordinator

About the role

Meet payor authorization requirements to ensure maximum reimbursement for a variety of complex services. Assess the family and organizational financial liability for services requested for patients who live outside of the WAMI region, (Washington, Alaska, Montana or Idaho) including Out of Country patients with insurance. Determine requirements for financial clearance, educate families, clinic staff, contracting and providers of options; execute and coordinate actions needed to schedule patients.

Qualifications

• While this role is remote, the candidate must be physically based in WA State.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• Four (4) years of experience with progressive responsibility in a role involving or related to patient registration and scheduling, financial counseling, or meeting insurance company requirements for prior authorization of outpatient and inpatient services, or a combination of applicable experience and college-level coursework in lieu of a total of four years of experience.

Preferred

• Bachelor of Arts or higher in a related field.
• Two or more years of experience processing prior authorizations with demonstrated ability to problem-solve complex insurance authorization, benefit, and coverage situations.
• Familiarity with other cultures/bilingual skills.

Pay

$26.51 - $39.76 per hour. This compensation range was calculated based on full-time employment (2080 hours worked per calendar year). Offers are determined by multiple factors including equity, skills, experience, and expertise, and may vary within the range provided.

Benefits

Seattle Children's offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.