Job Description:
The Authorization Specialist is an essential component of the certified agency team. The Authorization Specialist is responsible for requesting authorization for home care services for patients with HMO/Managed Care payment sources and acts as a liaison between community-based COC (Coordinators of Care) and the HMO/Managed Care Companies. This position is a Temporary.
Requirements:
High School Diploma
Must have homecare & managed care experience
Knowledge about health insurance verification
Ability to communicate both in writing and verbally required.
Computer Literacy
Proficiency in Word and Excel required.
Benefits:
Sick time
Americare is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, gender, pregnancy, religion, age, creed, marital and partnership status, national origin, ancestry, alienage, past or present physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, veteran or military status or citizenship status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.
Skills Required
- High School Diploma
- Homecare and managed care experience
- Knowledge of health insurance verification
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Computer literacy
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
What We Do
Americare is a premier home healthcare provider with over 40 years of experience, offering a comprehensive range of services including skilled care, home health aides, therapy, and pharmaceutical services. Dedicated to promoting health, independence, and quality of life, the company focuses on delivering stellar, compassionate, and personalized care to ensure patients receive the highest quality of care in the comfort of their own homes.
