Behavioral Health Authorization Coordinator II, Temporary

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Organization: PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation SCD Position Overview: Responsible for performing the appropriate processes to verify patient eligibility, coordinate benefits, ensure insurance coverage, and determine if prior authorization is needed for said order.

If needed, obtains authorization and documents in the patient electronic medical record. Facilitates responses to patient inquiries regarding authorizations within turnaround standards. Job Description: Please note: Work schedules and onsite requirements may be subject to change based on operational needs.

Work

Schedule

Monday – Thursday: 8:30 a. m. – 5:30 p. m. Friday: 8:00 a. m. – 5:00 p. m. Hybrid Work Details: This position follows a hybrid schedule. The employee will work remotely on Mondays and Tuesdays and onsite at 2200 Soquel Avenue on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.

While training, employee may be asked to work onsite M-F. EDUCATION: HS Diploma or GED TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: 1 year recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Medical terminology, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT)/Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS)/International Classification of Diseases (ICD)-9 coding knowledge. Knowledge of medical terminology/anatomy.

Ability to exercise discretion and make independent judgments, seeking review when decisions represent significant departure from established guidelines. Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word or similar programs. Ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions.

Active listening skills; including interpersonal skills and telephone communication. Organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-up.

BILINGUAL SKILLS ARE HIGHLY PREFERRED FOR THIS POSITION Job Shift: Day/Evening Schedule: Full Time Shift Hours: 8 Days of the Week: Monday - Friday Weekend Requirements: None Benefits: No Unions: No Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Status: Temporary Employee (Fixed Term) Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $31.87 to $39.83 / 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. Working at Sutter Health Sutter Health values and supports the unique talents and strengths that each employee brings to our organization.

As a result, you are empowered to apply your passion for healing in innovative ways to care for patients and their families.