<p>Employment Type:</p> <p>Full time</p> <p>Shift:</p> <p>Day Shift</p> <p>Description:</p> <p>POSITION SUMMARY:</p> <p>The Patient Access Authorization Lead directly impacts the revenue cycle by accurately processing data relating to insurance, authorization and demographic information following unit specific policies while maintaining current knowledge of payor insurance requirements. The Authorization Lead may initiate the processes and assesses surgical and diagnostic patient information to be systematically available hospital wide. The Authorization Lead meets established quality and productivity standards and interacts professionally with MD's, MD office staff, employees, outside vendors, patients, and patient representatives. The Authorization Lead identifies workflow changes to assist in the reduction of authorization denials for the organization. This role works closely with the surgical HUB to make certain that specific procedure codes are appropriately aligned with the authorization being obtained by the payer. The Authorization Lead will assist in training and putting standard work in place with the authorization team to be certain we are paid for all procedures being performed.</p> <p>EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:</p> <p>This position requires two years of medical office or customer service experience. Participates in orientation, patient access training program and continuing education. Updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.</p> <p>Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.</p> <p>SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, SKILLS OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS:</p> <p>Word processing skills required along with PC experience; basic mathematical skills, effective verbal and written communication and human relations skills. Related experience in hospital registration, Eclipsys or PHS/HPF and knowledge of medical terminology preferred.</p> <p>WORK ENVIRONMENT AND HAZARDS: Clinical Setting. Exposure Class I or II; service specific.</p> <p>PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Sedentary work: standing, walking and sitting for prolonged periods of time; repetitive motion of hands, fingers, and wrists.</p> <p>WORK CONTACT GROUP: All services, employees, medical staff, patients, visitors, vendors, and regulatory agencies.</p> <p>SUPERVISED BY: Patient Access Coordinator</p> <p>SUPERVISES: Not applicable.</p> <p>CAREER PATH: team leader, supervisor, manager</p> <p>Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion</p> <p>Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.</p>