Authorization Coordinator I

Sutter Health

Goleta, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$26.13–$35.27 Per Hour
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS), International Classification of Diseases (ICD), Managed Care, Medical Terminology, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Nursing, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Time Management, Utilization Management
LOCATION
Goleta, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!


Organization:


SHSO-Sutter Health System Office - Santa Barbara


Position Overview:


Processes referral requests for patients to achieve timely and accurate determinations. Works within scope of practice to complete or forward requests as appropriate to Managed Care physicians and/or nurses as per the Utilization Management (UM) protocols. Maintains required turnaround times for referral completion. Assists providers and patients with referral status questions. Participates in development and implementation of improvements to the referral process and workflows.


Job Description :


EDUCATION:


+ HS Diploma or GED


SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:


+ Medical terminology, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT)/Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS)/International Classification of Diseases (ICD)-9 coding knowledge.

+ Competency in using MS Office Excel and Word, other Managed Care programs.

+ Ability to identify, understand and solve problems related to claims and referrals.

+ Communication skills, including understanding of medical concepts, ability to organize thoughts, and communicate issues concisely and effectively.

+ Proven ability to quickly adjust to changing projects and priorities and to multi-task.

+ Organizational skills.


Job Shift:


Days


Schedule:


Full Time


Shift Hours:


8


Days of the Week:


Monday - Friday


Weekend Requirements:


None


Benefits:


Yes


Unions:


No


Position Status:


Non-Exempt


Weekly Hours:


40


Employee Status:


Regular


Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.


Pay Range is $26.13 to $35.27 / hour


_The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package._

About the Company

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Sutter Health

Sutter Health has a long history in California. Some of our facilities have been providing care in the communities we serve for more than 100 years. Today, we’re proud to partner with more than 12,000 doctors to care for more than 3 million people.

We’re inspired by our Northern California community and work tirelessly to deliver top-rated, affordable healthcare. Doctors, hospitals, care teams and employees in the Sutter Health network are always looking for new, meaningful ways to care for you and your loved ones. We believe that every moment matters when it comes to helping you live a longer, healthier and happier life.

Our not-for-profit network delivers top-rated, personalized care in more than 100 Northern California communities. Recently ranked among the Top 15 Health Systems in the nation by Truven Health Analytics™, our team of more than 50,000 doctors, employees and volunteers partner to spread innovation, improve access to healthcare services and put our patients’ needs first—all to achieve the highest levels of quality, access and affordability.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Professional Development, 401K, Flexible Spending Accounts, Retirement / Pension Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
1921
WEBSITE
https://jobs.sutterhealth.org/