MA/LPN Prior Authorization - Clinic
@ Pipestone County Medical CenterMA/LPN Prior Authorization - Clinic
About the job
Pipestone County Medical Center seeks qualified MA or LPN to handle prior authorizations, coordinate care, and communicate with patients, teams, and providers in southwest Minnesota.
Requirements
- Healthcare office experience
- Familiarity with EMR systems
- Experience with prior authorization
- Good communication skills
- Compassionate attitude
Qualifications
- Medical Assistant or LPN certification
- Minnesota LPN license or eligibility
- CPR certification within 1 week
- Valid driver’s license
- 2-3 years healthcare experience
Full job description
Location:
Pipestone, MNWorker Type:
RegularWork Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)Pipestone County Medical Center and Family Clinic is currently seeking to find qualified individuals to join our growing team. We are committed to providing high quality services to our southwest Minnesota community.
Position Highlights
Summary: The prior authorization representative works in collaboration with appropriate interdisciplinary team members, is responsible for coordinating and clarifying patient-specific financial aspects of care as it relates to prior authorizations for Pipestone Family Clinic, the Edgerton Family Clinic, and Pipestone Specialty Clinics. Will communicate with patients, families, care teams, and providers to assess care plans and work in a compassionate and tactful manner to help facilitate access to and continuity of care. Prior authorizations may include, but is not limited to medications, procedures, diagnostic tests or studies, lab tests, therapies, referrals to other specialty areas, and workman’s compensation.
Required Education: Successful completion of a Medical Assistant program of training, or graduate of an LPN program of study.
MA applicants: National Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or National Registration as a Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through the American Medical Technologist (AMT) or National Certification as a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) through the National Health Career Association required.
LPN applicants: Licensed as a Practical Nurse in Minnesota required, or eligible for licensure.
Experience: 2-3 years of experience working in a healthcare office. Familiarity with navigating an EMR. Experience with the prior authorization process preferred.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Valid Driver’s License when required to perform essential duties at the satellite clinic sites. CPR certified or must be obtained within 1 week of hire.
The pay range for MA position is $22.09 - $34.24 and LPN position is $25.39 - $39.36. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
We offer an excellent benefits package which includes:
Health and Dental Insurance
Employer Contribution to Health Savings Account (HSA)
Paid Time Off and Extended Sick Leave
Competitive wages
Pension Plan with Substantial Employer Contribution
Employee Wellness Program
Various Employee Discounts
Tuition Reimbursement for Career Development
Employee Assistance Program
Continuing Education Opportunities
Employee Recognition Events
Bereavement Leave
Employer Paid Life Insurance