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Authorization Coordinator – Springfield, IL
Join a dedicated healthcare provider supporting patients in the Springfield area. This organization is known for its collaborative environment and commitment to providing exceptional patient care. As an Authorization Coordinator, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring timely treatment access for oncology patients and contribute to a mission-driven team.
Authorization Coordinator Benefits & Compensation
- Hourly pay range of $21 to $26, based on experience
- Full-time schedule (40 hours/week) with consistent, onsite hours
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous paid time off: two weeks PTO and two weeks paid sick time
- Discretionary annual bonus opportunities based on company performance
- Unique employee perk: access to a company-owned rental property after one year of employment
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP):
- Company is 100% employee-owned
- Annual share allocations based on salary, fully vested after three years
- Shares can be cashed out at retirement, offering long-term wealth-building
Authorization Coordinator Requirements & Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum 1 year of hands-on prior authorization experience
- Working knowledge of payer rules for commercial insurance, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and Medicaid
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Reliable, organized, and comfortable working fully onsite
Authorization Coordinator Preferred Background & Skills
- Oncology experience strongly preferred
- Familiarity with ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes
Authorization Coordinator Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Submit prior authorizations, referrals, and precertifications for radiation oncology services
- Track authorization status, follow up, and secure approvals within required timeframes
- Manage denied authorizations and lead the appeals process to resolution
- Communicate authorization issues and requirements to physicians, clinical, and billing teams
- Review payer guidelines to ensure medical necessity and compliance
- Maintain accurate documentation across clinical and authorization systems
- Build relationships with insurance payers to improve approval outcomes
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to ongoing process improvements
This role offers stability and a chance to make a lasting impact by supporting patient access to crucial treatments, all within a supportive, team-based environment.
JOB ID: 170094
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Sarah Rowland-Varner