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Authorization Specialist

TEKsystems
$21.00 - $23.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, California, Fresno
Aug 22, 2025
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Authorization Coordinator to join our team. This role is responsible for managing the prior authorization process for medical services, ensuring timely and accurate approvals, and supporting both patients and clinical staff in navigating insurance requirements. Key Responsibilities: * Verify patient insurance eligibility and determine authorization requirements for procedures, tests, and referrals. * Submit and track prior authorization requests to insurance providers, ensuring compliance with turnaround standards. * Document authorization approvals, denials, and follow-ups in the electronic medical record (EMR) system. * Communicate with patients, providers, and insurance representatives to resolve authorization-related issues. * Collaborate with referral coordinators and care teams to ensure seamless coordination of services. * Monitor and report on authorization trends, delays, and opportunities for process improvement. Qualifications: * High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or healthcare certification preferred. * Minimum 1-2 years of experience in medical authorization, billing, or insurance coordination. * Proficiency in EMR systems (e.g., EPIC) and familiarity with ICD-10 and CPT coding. * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. * Excellent communication and customer service skills. * Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment #westpriority25 Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/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 Fresno,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 29, 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.