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The Oncology Institute of Hope and Innovation

Prior Authorization Coordinator Chemotherapy

The Oncology Institute of Hope and Innovation, Cerritos, California, United States, 90703

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Prior Authorization Coordinator Chemotherapy About The Oncology Institute ( www.theoncologyinstitute.com ): Founded in 2007, The Oncology Institute (NASDAQ: TOI) is advancing oncology by delivering highly specialized, value-based cancer care in the community setting. TOI offers cutting‑edge , evidence‑based cancer care to a population of approximately 1.9 million patients , including clinical trials, transfusions, and other care delivery models traditionally associated with the most advanced care delivery organizations. With over 180 employed and affiliate clinicians and over 100 clinics and affiliate locations of care across five states and growing, TOI is changing oncology for the better.

At The Oncology Institute of Hope and Innovation, every decision you make in chemotherapy authorizations directly impacts patient care. Your expertise ensures that patients receive timely, medically appropriate treatments while advancing our mission to deliver compassionate, state‑of‑the‑art oncology care.

Job Duties Coordinate with third‑party insurance, clinical staff, and patients to effectively process prior authorization requests for Chemotherapy (IV and Oral), Hydration, IV injections. Compile clinical documentation for prior authorizations (ex: progress notes, labs, diagnoses codes, previously tried therapies, doctor visits). This is one of the most important roles within the organization that allows our patients to receive timely care and TOI's appropriate reimbursement.

Verify and comply with payer contractual authorization requirements

Submit authorization request timely and efficiently, ensuring proper documentation is included for review

Utilize website portal, and electronic options to submit authorization requests

Submit verbal prescription orders approved by Provider and Medical Director to pharmacies, in conjunction with printed copy

Work with management to identify payer trends or potential issues

Demonstrate exceptional customer service skills in the performance of work assignments and duties

Perform special projects or other duties as assigned

Maintain confidentiality of patient records

Experience / Education

Self‑motivation and ability to work effectively in an independent environment

Comfortable working with patients who have cancer or a blood disorder

Experience on the payer side reviewing chemo authorizations submitted by the provider.

Ability to learn new things quickly

Experience using EMR systems

Highly proficient in Microsoft Office particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook

Work well under deadlines and time pressures

Results‑oriented with a focus on high quality

High school diploma or GED

Experience performing, reviewing, or generating prior authorizations for procedure or chemotherapy specifically is preferred

Administrative experience in a physician office, clinic, hospital, or health insurance/payer is a plus

CPT and ICD10 Knowledge

Medical Terminology

Insurance knowledge; PPO, HMO, Medi‑Cal, Medicare, Workers Compensation

$21 - $22.25 USD

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