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Prior Authorization Specialist (Bilingual - Spanish) Chicago, IL 60629 (Onsite) $20-$23/hour Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented and tech-savvy Prior ...

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Insurance Authorization Specialist We are seeking a detail-oriented Insurance Authorization Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for obtaining and verifying insurance ...

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Warren, MI · On-site

$17 - $22.50/hr

Join RadX Inc. as a Full Time Authorizations Specialist and immerse yourself in a dynamic, high-performance environment that prioritizes patient safety and empathy. This onsite role offers you a ...

Authorizations Specialist

Warren, MI

$17 - $22.50/hr

Join RadX Inc. as a Full Time Authorizations Specialist and immerse yourself in a dynamic, high-performance environment that prioritizes patient safety and empathy. This onsite role offers you a ...

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$17.75 - $23.75/hr

We're growing fast and looking for highly motivated, honest and personality-driven professionals to take our Phoenix Authorization department to new levels of service. Our ideal candidate will work ...

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Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$17.75 - $23.75/hr

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Authorizations Representative

Authorizations Representative

Medix

Chicago, IL • On-site

$20 - $23/hr

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

Prior Authorization Specialist (Bilingual - Spanish)
Chicago, IL 60629 (Onsite)
$20-$23/hour
Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and tech-savvy Prior Authorization Specialist to join a growing medical office in Chicago. This role is ideal for someone with prior authorization experience who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing a steady workflow.
Key Responsibilities
  • Manage prior authorizations using an Excel-based tracking system
  • Review patient information and determine next steps for care and authorization needs
  • Utilize EMR system (DrChrono) to obtain and document authorizations
  • Submit authorization requests through insurance portals or via phone when required
  • Follow up on submitted authorizations (typical turnaround: 7-14 days)
  • Handle a daily volume of approximately 10-15 authorizations
  • Work with a mix of cases including:
    • 50% Personal Injury
    • 25% Workers' Compensation
    • 25% Major Medical
  • Communicate with insurance providers, pharmacies, and occasionally patients

Qualifications
Required:
  • 1+ year of prior authorization experience (medical office preferred)
  • Bilingual in Spanish and English
  • Strong technical skills, especially with Excel
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills

Preferred:
  • Experience handling medical office authorizations
  • Familiarity with EMR systems (DrChrono a plus)

What We're Looking For
  • Reliable and consistent work history
  • Comfortable working on the phone with insurance companies
  • Strong attention to detail and organization
  • Open to feedback and eager to learn

Why Join Us
  • Stable, full-time schedule with no weekends
  • Opportunity to grow within a specialized medical setting
  • Collaborative team environment

* We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
* As a job position within our Revenue Cycle division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: accessing financial and confidential information, handling financial and other payment data, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.

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About Medix Staffing Solutions

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Since 2001, we’ve been dedicated to helping you achieve your goals. Medix was created to become a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare and life sciences industries. Today, we are that leader. Headquartered in Chicago, we have 23 offices across the United States, and staff talent around the world. Medix is committed to fulfilling our core purpose as an organization: to positively impact the lives of our talent, clients, and teammates through employment, philanthropy, and opportunity. The combination of purpose and values has nurtured our thriving culture that encourages our internal team to excel at work and in everyday life.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Chicago, IL, US