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USF Tampa General

Authorization Specialist - USFTGP UMSA RCO Front End

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A Medical Records Clerk compiles, processes, and maintains medical records of hospital and clinic patients in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the health care system.

$39,927 / year median in Florida

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

Authorization Specialist - USFTGP
UMSA RCO
Front End USF Tampa General - 3.0 Tampa, FL Job Details Full-time $35,110.40 a year 15 hours ago Qualifications Customer communication Medical office experience High school diploma or GED Full Job Description Description The Authorization Specialist is responsible for coordinating and securing insurance pre‑certifications and pre‑authorizations for medical procedures, outpatient testing, and prescribed medications. This role serves as a liaison between providers, insurance carriers, patients, and external agencies to ensure timely access to care while maintaining complete and accurate documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR). The Authorization Specialist supports continuity of care by facilitating appointments, triaging patient communications, and assisting with peer‑to‑peer reviews to resolve authorization barriers efficiently.
Qualifications Required:
High School Diploma or GED Work Experience and Additional Information Six (6) months' medical office experience to include auth/pre-cert. Knowledge of medical terminology, CPT & ICD-9 coding. Excellent communication skills
Primary Location :
Tampa Work Locations :
USF Health South Tampa Center 2 Tampa General Circle Tampa 33606 Eligible for
Remote Work:
On Site Job :
Patient Financial Services Organization :
Academic Medical Group Inc Schedule :
Full-time Scheduled Days:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Shift :
Day Job Job Type :
On Site Shift Hours:
8:00am -4:30pm
Minimum Salary :
35,110.40
Job Posting :
Aug 27, 2026, 3:59:06 PM