Prior Authorization Rep II University of Utah Health

• 4.1 Salt Lake City, UT Job Details Full-time $25
• $28 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Qualifications Medical insurance coverage verification Medical Coding Certification Coding for hospital billing Mid-level Insurance medical billing Pre-authorization review for utilization management Patient registration Medical claim denial management Under 1 year Full Job Description Details Open Date 08/19/2026 Requisition Number

PRN45958B

Job Title Prior Authorization Representative II Working Title Prior Authorization Rep II Career Progression Track UGR Track Level FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary UMB Office Hours; M-F 8:00am to 5:00pm Mountain Time VP Area U of U Health

• Academics Department 00209
• Univ Medical Billing
• Oper Location Other City Other Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $25
• $28 per hour Close Date 10/15/2026 Priority Review Date (Note
• Posting may close at any time) 09/09/2026 Job Summary University Medical Billing ( UMB ) is a fully remote department that is viewed as the premier billing office for the University of Utah School of Medicine, serving over 1,800 providers and 30 different specialties across Utah and surrounding states.

We strive to be a great place to work while providing the best service to our customers. Our leaders and employees value collaboration, innovation, and accountability, and believe a successful candidate will exemplify these attributes too. We are looking for an experienced Prior Authorization Representative to join our team. As the Prior Authorization Rep, you will be responsible for ensuring accounts by performing insurance verification, obtaining benefit information, calculating patient estimates, and obtaining prior authorization before services are rendered. This position works with physicians, nurses, clinic managers and financial advocates to resolve issues that arise during the prior authorizations process. This position is not responsible for providing care to patients. Career-development position within field. Requires moderate skill set and developing proficiency within discipline. Employment is contingent on the successful completion of a background check and the adherence to departmental policies, including UMB's Telecommuting Agreement which requires a distraction-free and HIPAA compliant workplace, cameras on for all virtual calls/meetings, and the ability to work during office hours or assigned shift (M-F, approximately 8am to 5pm Mountain Time) regardless of what time zone you live in. Additionally, new hires are required to provide their own monitors (two) and reliable internet service. Compensation & Benefits The starting salary for this position is $25

• 28 per hour , depending on experience.

Members of UMB are eligible for a bonus based on department performance. All team members are eligible for the University's comprehensive benefit package that includes 90% employer-paid medical insurance, a generous 14.2% retirement contribution, reduced tuition, PTO and holiday pay, and more! Responsibilities Essential Functions Contact insurance companies for patient eligibility, benefits, network status, pre-service price estimates, and authorization. Update patient registration with insurance information. Follow-up on delayed or denied authorization requests, escalate for resolution. Facilitates provider and insurance medical director's reviews for medical determination if the visit should be authorized. Maintain familiarity with contracts, payer guidelines, and resources to determine appropriate coverage and eligibility. Ensures accurate

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codes and related medical records are submitted in the authorization request. Resolve claims denials related to the prior authorization, as needed. Review and summarize pre-authorization criteria for medical necessity to aid departments with procedure scheduling and/or financial advocate needs. Create and maintain detailed documentation of authorization history. Serve as a liaison between the payer and clinic schedulers/medical support staff. Complete other duties as assigned to support team and department. This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. Minimum Qualifications Required Three years of experience in a health care financial setting, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Six months of experience as a Prior Authorization Rep I or equivalent prior-authorization experience. Preferred Previous experience with insurance and prior authorizations.

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Coding Certification. Inpatient and day surgery prior authorizations experience. Preferences An especially qualified candidate will also possess the following: 3 years' experience in medical setting. 2 years' experience working prior authorizations, which includes: Evaluation of medical necessity criteria for authorization Review of submitted requests for accuracy and completeness Monitoring pending authorizations and follow up as needed Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. Disclaimer This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary While UMB is a remote department and this role will be performed remotely, interested applicants should note the following: This role is expected to work during UMB office hours which are Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm Mountain Time. The University of Utah is committed to providing jobs to individuals located in Utah, and sees remote roles like this as an opportunity to provide amazing employment opportunities to those living in remote areas of the state. As such, Utah-based applicants may be prioritized in the screening process. At this time, the University of Utah is unable to employ individuals living in California, Colorado, New York, Oregon, or Washington. Additional Information The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX ( OEO ). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the:

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