Authorization Specialist

Position eligible for a $1000 Sign-On Bonus!!!!

Preferred Primary Care Physicians is currently recruiting for a full-time Authorization Specialist for a fast-paced practice located in Pleasant Hills at: 140 Curry Hollow Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. The successful candidate will have vast medical terminology skills, experience with medical office policies and procedures, and at least 1 year of experience with medical insurance authorizations.

Come join PPCP for a growing, positive business, a great work/life balance and competitive wage, and some of the best benefits in the medical field, with a fantastic 401k retirement program and opportunity to earn work-related bonuses.

General Purpose of the Authorization Specialist:

Responsible for assisting physicians and nurses with patient care, phlebotomy, clerical, environmental and organizational tasks. May assist with appointment scheduling and electronic chart management.

Essential Functions of the Authorization Specialist:

· Escorts patients to and from exam or treatment rooms as appropriate. Records all patient data prior to the physician or nurse seeing the patient. This includes vital signs, height and weight, allergies, medications, chief complaint, reason for visit, etc.

· Administers subcutaneous and intramuscular injections as directed by the physician.

· Answers and returns patient phone calls as directed. Is responsible for contacting pharmacies for prescriptions or may answer patient telephone calls for referrals. May handle other patient telephone calls as directed by the physician, nurse or Office Manager.

· Obtains all necessary patient record information, lab data, diagnostics, consults, etc. as required by the physician or nurse for assessment of the patient's medical status.

· Obtains blood specimens from peripheral sites as needed in accordance with OSHA and universal safety precautions

· Assists with exams and procedures as requested.

· Assists with scheduling tests, procedures or appointments to follow-up on test results

· Prepares, maintains and stocks exam and treatment rooms. Orders supplies as needed.

· Obtains new patient information and any test results.

· Assists with administrative duties such as typing, faxing, reception duties, etc.

· Processes instruments and equipment as needed.

· Informs physician of patient reschedule or no-shows.

· Assists with delegated patient education activities including but not limited to distributing educational literature, etc.

· Maintains the strictest confidentiality.

· Performs other duties as assigned by the physician, nurse or office manager.

Education:

A high school diploma or GED is required. Graduate from an accredited school of medical assistant. Six (6) months of medical assistant experience in a medical practice setting preferred, however open to new graduate applicants.

About Us:

At Preferred Primary Care Physicians, preferred health care is simply our standard. Our practice was established in 1995 when a group of dedicated physicians in the South Hills came together for one common purpose: to provide the highest quality care to their patients. Their ingenuity and expertise laid the foundation for our independently owned practice, which now operates out of more than 20 locations in the greater Pittsburgh area. Our elevated level of service is supported by our team-based approach, comprehensive clinical programs, and state-of-the-art outpatient centers. From providing general primary care to managing chronic conditions, we give all of our patients the preferential treatment they deserve.

Come join the team and enjoy a very competitive employee benefit package including medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, and 401k with competitive match.

Please visit our website www.ppcp.org for more info about our company.

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