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Authorization Specialist 837157

Stivers

St. Louis, MO

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$21–$23 Per Hour
SKILLS
Accounts Receivable, Communication Skills, Documentation, Health Maintenance Organization (HMO), Healthcare, Medicare, Occupational Therapy, Patient Care, Patient Care Authorizations, Process Development, Service Delivery, Speech and Language Pathology, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
St. Louis, MO
POSTED
12 days ago

Urgently Hiring — Authorization Specialist in St. Louis!

Job Title: Authorization Specialist
Pay: $21 - $23 per hour
Hours: Monday–Friday, flexible start time between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.
Start Date: ASAP

Looking for a rewarding career with work-life balance? Join a dedicated healthcare team in St. Louis as an Authorization Specialist and play a vital role in ensuring patients receive timely care while maintaining revenue integrity.

As an Authorization Specialist, you'll be a key player in supporting patient access to therapy and care management services. Collaborating closely with payers and internal teams, you'll help facilitate approvals that enable smooth service delivery and streamline revenue processes.

What You'll Do
As an Authorization Specialist, you will be responsible for:
  • Submitting prior authorization requests via phone, fax, and online payer portals.
  • Coordinating with payers such as Medicare (through ConX, Neridian, WPS), Cohere, and Optum to secure authorizations.
  • Requesting approvals for physical, occupational, and speech therapy, as well as Principal Care Management (PCM).
  • Following up on pending authorization requests to ensure timely approval.
  • Communicating approval status, denials, or additional documentation requirements to internal teams.
  • Supporting pilot initiatives focused on out-of-network HMO plans.
  • Maintaining accurate documentation while meeting strict turnaround deadlines.

What You'll Bring
The ideal candidate will have:
  • At least 1+ year of healthcare authorization experience.
  • A strong understanding of Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans.
  • Experience navigating multiple payer portals efficiently.
  • Ability to handle high-volume, repetitive submissions with precision.
  • Knowledge of accounts receivable and denial follow-up is a plus.
  • Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented attitude.

Why Join Us in St. Louis?
  • Enjoy a supportive team environment with opportunities for career growth.
  • Benefit from a competitive hourly rate with the potential for skill-enhancement.
  • Work with a reputable healthcare organization committed to quality and patient care.
  • Health coverage options, paid time off, and other benefits once hired permanently.

Location & Schedule:
This position is on-site in St. Louis, Missouri. The schedule is Monday through Friday with flexible start times between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.

Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're eager to advance your healthcare career as an Authorization Specialist in St. Louis, apply today or contact our recruiting team to learn more. We're hiring now and look forward to helping you find your next great opportunity!

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