Prior Authorization Specialist Job at TEKsystems, Hartford, CT

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  • TEKsystems
  • Hartford, CT

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

This position is responsible for assisting the assigned physician practice and performing the necessary functions to support patient care, administration, and secretarial functions. A key responsibility includes managing prior authorizations, particularly for MRI procedures.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • Supports Medical Executive Assistant of various practices and manages physician’s practice during MEA absences.
  • Effectively and efficiently schedules patients, ancillary tests, and operating room in conjunction with policies and protocols including equipment.
  • Triages calls, working closely with physicians or assigned staff members in responding to all calls in a timely fashion.
  • Responsible for contacting insurance carriers for pre-certification and managing prior authorizations, with a focus on MRI procedures.
  • Prepares charge tickets related to surgery, ambulatory office visits, and hospital rounds.
  • Other support functions as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • BS/BA or 3+ years of related experience within the medical field with private practice or hospital experience.
  • Previous experience handling prior authorizations, preferably for MRI procedures.
  • Ability to demonstrate a mature, dependable, and responsible approach while effectively assisting physician’s practice when interacting with patients, physicians, co-workers, and additional outside sources.
  • Intermediate to advanced computer skills.
  • EPIC experience.
  • Highly committed team player; proactive self-starter; reliable and able to be flexible in a changing environment.
  • Ability to multi-task. Detail oriented and highly organized.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
  • Reliable transportation for traveling to various sites.

DETAILS:

  • Schedule: Monday through Friday | First shift (40 hours per week).
  • Shift: Must be flexible as start times vary based on Physicians. Some days may require start times as early as 6:30am.
  • Pay: $22 - $25/hr. based on related experience.
  • Pay cycle: Weekly | Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits offered.
  • This full-time position will rotate between local offices in Hartford County for in-depth training. Employees may be asked to travel up to 2-3 times per week. Locations include Hartford, Manchester, Plainville, Farmington, Rocky Hill, Glastonbury, and Enfield.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hartford,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 5, 2025.

h4> About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Private practice, Work at office, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work, Day shift, Monday to Friday,

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