Prior Authorization Specialist Position Available In Rockingham, New Hampshire

Prior Authorization Specialist Sport & Spine Physical Therapy, Inc 775 Lafayette Road, Portsmouth, NH 03801

Company Overview:

Sport & Spine Physical Therapy, Inc. is dedicated to providing highly individualized patient treatment in a caring environment. Our mission is to relieve pain, improve movement, and restore function for our patients while also focusing on preventative healthcare to minimize the risk of re-injury. We have an amazing work culture and have been locally owned for 21 years. Come be a part of a team that is known for excellence in every sense of the word.

Summary:

Sport and Spine Physical Therapy is seeking an experienced Medical Authorization Specialist to join our team on a part-time basis, with potential for full-time employment. In this role, you will be responsible for managing insurance authorizations, including obtaining and tracking prior authorizations for patient care. While experience in physical therapy is not required, prior experience in medical authorization processes is essential (will consider experience in medical administration operations as well).

Responsibilities:

Obtain and track insurance authorizations for patient care, ensuring timely and accurate processing. Communicate with insurance companies and payers to verify benefits and resolve any authorization issues. Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to ensure seamless patient scheduling and care coordination. Maintain accurate records of authorization requests, approvals, and denials. Stay current on payer requirements and authorization processes specific to the New England region. Assist in identifying opportunities to improve authorization workflows and reduce administrative burden.

Requirements:

Proven experience in medical authorizations; will also consider prior experience as healthcare administrative role. (not limited to physical therapy). Familiarity with insurance payers and medical authorization processes in the New England region (New Hampshire knowledge is a plus but not required). Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Schedule & Flexibility:

Part-time, 25 hours per week. Initial training will be scheduled during afternoon hours. Regular work hours are expected to be in the morning, though scheduling flexibility can be discussed. No weekend shifts are required.

Compensation & Benefits:

This part-time position does not include benefits. If the position transitions to full-time (40 hours/week), a comprehensive benefits package will be offered.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$18.00 – $21.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 25 per week

Experience:

Healthcare administration/prior authorization: 3 years (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Portsmouth, NH 03801 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Portsmouth, NH 03801: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person