Vascular Surgery Authorization Specialist

Job Summary

This position is within the Department of Surgery. Responsibilities include obtaining authorizations for the Vascular Surgery OR and HVC cases, along with processing authorizations for the CNY clinic scans and referrals. This individual will also help answer phones and relay messages via outlook and EPIC as well as checking in- and out-patients. Other duties as assigned.

• Obtaining HVC and OR authorizations
• Obtaining CNY Clinic authorizations
• Work in conjunction with Vascular OR Scheduler, and CNY Vascular MOA to ensure accurate authorizations are completed
• Maintain communication with the Business Office in supplying authorization information for surgical cases upon request
• Working authorization appeals and denials
• Answering clinic phone calls, taking accurate messages, and transferring calls to appropriate staff
• Provide back up for Vascular/Vascular Lab at CNY with patient check-in and check-out

Associates Degree or pertinent college level courses and three years of administrative/office management experience. Will consider equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience in a medical office environment and proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) as well as EPIC. Understanding of CPT codes/coding and medical terminology preferred.

Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Our benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, eligibility for employer 401k funding after 1 year (3% quarterly/5% annual on vesting schedule), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, including vacation and personal time, paid sick leave, holidays and floating holidays.

G4: $21.25 - $30.77

Please note the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations.

Recruitment Office:

Med Best Medical Management