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BayCare Health System
Central Authorization Specialist
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What they do
An Eligibility Specialist provides assistance and information for people who apply for a government benefits program or health care program. Answers questions, assists with an application process, and reviews applications and relevant background information to determine eligibility. May assist eligible applicants with enrolling in a program.
$44,207 / year median in the U.S.
+17% projected growth
Job Description
BayCare is currently in search of our newest Team Member who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community. We are looking for an individual seeking a career opportunity with one of the largest employers within the Tampa Bay area.
Position Details:
- + •
Location:
- Remote (must reside in Florida)
- Following the required onsite training below +
Status:
- Full time +
Shift:
- 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM +
Days:
- Monday through Friday This Central Authorization Specialist II opportunity is a full-time remote (following the below onsite training) position. Team members must reside in Florida.
- This role requires onsite training in Clearwater, FL for 5 business days. The schedule is M-F 8:00AM
- 4:30PM (after training, the team member will work the hours listed above)
Responsibilities:
- The Central Authorization Specialist II is responsible for verifying health insurance information and obtaining authorizations, pre-certifications, and/or referrals for inpatient, observation and scheduled outpatient elective services.
- Why BayCare?
- Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians.
- BayCare offers a competitive total reward package including:
- + Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) + Paid Time Off + Tuition Assistance + 401K Match and additional yearly contribution + Annual performance appraisals and team award bonus + Family resources and wellness opportunities + Community perks and discounts
- Certifications and Licensures
- + None required
- Education
- + Required
- High School or Equivalent + Preferred
- Associates
- Business or Health Services
- Experience
- + Required
- 2 years of Insurance Verification and Authorization Retrieval or Referrals + Required
- 1 year of Health Insurance Website experience + Preferred
- 1 year of Healthcare Business Office and /or Managed Care experience Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled
- Position
- Central Authorization Specialist
- Location
Clearwater:
BayCare Sys Office West | Business and Administrative | Full Time- Req ID
- 155182