We use cookies. Find out more about it here. By continuing to browse this site you are agreeing to our use of cookies.
#alert
Back to search results
New

Patient Therapy Access Specialist

Spectraforce Technologies
United States, Texas, Plano
1201 West 15th Street (Show on map)
Aug 26, 2026
Job Title: Patient Therapy Access Specialist

Location: 6600 Pinecrest, Plano, Texas -100 percent onsite

Days/Hours: Mon - Friday 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM

Duration: 05 months


Our location in Plano, TX currently has an opportunity for a Patient Therapy Access Specialist (PTA). As a PTA Specialist you are responsible for facilitating and assisting patients with the pre-certification, pre-determination and authorization process necessary as a prerequisite to perform various procedures or forms of therapy based on physician recommendation.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

* Assist with multiple levels of appeal in the event of initial coverage denial.

* Forward authorized confirmation for procedure to designated patient provider. In addition, this position will provide in-servicing to new patient providers surrounding the pre-authorization process.

* Responsible for managing multiple cases simultaneously within specific time frames

* Follow all policies and procedures related to performing the job role adhering to all data use, storage and privacy policies as outlined

* Verify benefits, complete authorization requests promptly

* Timely follow up for requested authorizations

* For each procedure, audit required clinical documents for completeness and accuracy

* Obtain authorization for the facility, equipment and physician to perform various procedures from the insurance carrier

* Work with key provider contacts to obtain required clinical information for authorizations

* Work with respective carrier's utilization review department to obtain appropriate authorizations

* Work within established guidelines when necessary to process appeal for denied requests

* Train patients and their designated providers on pre-authorization processes and requirements, in person or by phone

* Work individually and in a team environment to educate assigned Field Territory Managers and Clinical Specialists

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING

HS diploma required, AA a plus

* Minimum of 2 plus yrs experience in a utilization (medical approval) environment or similar work experience

* Knowledge of private insurance, Worker's Compensation and Medicare guidelines pertaining to Prospective and Retrospective Utilization Review.

* Experience in medical device or DME Billing a plus

* Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word & Excel specifically)

* Medical billing software experience a plus

* Knowledge of current CPT codes and familiarity with ICD-10CM (diagnosis coding) with computer, adobe, sales force, Microsoft office

Applied = 0

(web-77cf7d65c7-6wfld)