Beacon Clinic
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Prior Authorization Specialist
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Beacon Clinic
Why Join Us? Beacon Clinic was founded for the purpose of delivering a level of care that we, as a team, can all be proud of. We are a patient-focused health and wellness clinic that is committed to providing the highest quality of medical care and supportive services. When founded, we specialized in the treatment of cancer and blood conditions. Today, we provide medical oncology and hematology, radiation oncology, rheumatology, and urology services to our phenomenal patients.
Job Description Beacon Clinic was founded in 2018 by Dr. David Bartels, focusing on cancer and blood conditions. Today, we provide care services to Medical Oncology and Hematology, Radiation Oncology, Rheumatology, and Urology patients. We are also dedicated to advancing the field by engaging in clinical research and offering our patients the opportunity to participate in various clinical trials.
Responsibilities
Coordinates insurance approvals, prior authorizations, and appeals with private and government payers, including Medicare, HMOs/PPOs, and clinical trials.
Communicates with patients and families to provide treatment estimates, discuss financial responsibilities, and establish payment arrangements.
Verifies insurance coverage regularly and resolves billing or reimbursement issues to avoid treatment delays.
Prepares and documents patient accounts accurately for supervisor approval, ensuring billing compliance and use of proper codes.
Collaborates with providers and the patient access manager to identify and resolve financial barriers before treatment begins.
Demonstrates professionalism through self-directed work, ongoing development, and encouraging innovative problem‑solving.
This list outlines the core responsibilities of the position but is not all-inclusive.
Required Skills/Abilities
Compassionate and caring bedside manner
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Comfortable on phone
Ability to work extremely well in a group setting
Ability to interpret billing manuals, insurance and/or other third‑party coverage
Understanding of the third‑party review process, payer funding and authorization procedures to ensure payment, and government/state payers, including eligibility factors
Knowledge of medical and insurance terminology is required
Understanding on how to prioritize workload and possess ability to meet tight time frames
Ability to work under minimal supervision, with detail and possess problem‑solving and follow‑through skills
Must have ability to concentrate on detail in the middle of other activities
Interested in ongoing personal development, professional growth, and continuing education a plus
Education
High school education or GED required
Experience with Insurance and Prior Authorization strongly preferred
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Location
3815 N Schreiber Way, Suite 101, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83815
Willing to float to other locations if needed
On‑Site
Benefits
Paid Time Off
8 paid, closed‑clinic holidays
Health Insurance, including dental and vision
401(k) Plan with match
Professional Development Fund
Employee Assistance Program
Pay Starting at $22.00/hour
Beacon Company Mission To meet patients wherever they are on their cancer journey and walk with them on that journey; to provide compassionate, personalized cancer care for an unparalleled patient experience.
Beacon Core Values Compassion. Grace. Honesty. Humor. Respect. Trust.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Other
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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Prior Authorization Specialist
role at
Beacon Clinic
Why Join Us? Beacon Clinic was founded for the purpose of delivering a level of care that we, as a team, can all be proud of. We are a patient-focused health and wellness clinic that is committed to providing the highest quality of medical care and supportive services. When founded, we specialized in the treatment of cancer and blood conditions. Today, we provide medical oncology and hematology, radiation oncology, rheumatology, and urology services to our phenomenal patients.
Job Description Beacon Clinic was founded in 2018 by Dr. David Bartels, focusing on cancer and blood conditions. Today, we provide care services to Medical Oncology and Hematology, Radiation Oncology, Rheumatology, and Urology patients. We are also dedicated to advancing the field by engaging in clinical research and offering our patients the opportunity to participate in various clinical trials.
Responsibilities
Coordinates insurance approvals, prior authorizations, and appeals with private and government payers, including Medicare, HMOs/PPOs, and clinical trials.
Communicates with patients and families to provide treatment estimates, discuss financial responsibilities, and establish payment arrangements.
Verifies insurance coverage regularly and resolves billing or reimbursement issues to avoid treatment delays.
Prepares and documents patient accounts accurately for supervisor approval, ensuring billing compliance and use of proper codes.
Collaborates with providers and the patient access manager to identify and resolve financial barriers before treatment begins.
Demonstrates professionalism through self-directed work, ongoing development, and encouraging innovative problem‑solving.
This list outlines the core responsibilities of the position but is not all-inclusive.
Required Skills/Abilities
Compassionate and caring bedside manner
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Comfortable on phone
Ability to work extremely well in a group setting
Ability to interpret billing manuals, insurance and/or other third‑party coverage
Understanding of the third‑party review process, payer funding and authorization procedures to ensure payment, and government/state payers, including eligibility factors
Knowledge of medical and insurance terminology is required
Understanding on how to prioritize workload and possess ability to meet tight time frames
Ability to work under minimal supervision, with detail and possess problem‑solving and follow‑through skills
Must have ability to concentrate on detail in the middle of other activities
Interested in ongoing personal development, professional growth, and continuing education a plus
Education
High school education or GED required
Experience with Insurance and Prior Authorization strongly preferred
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Location
3815 N Schreiber Way, Suite 101, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83815
Willing to float to other locations if needed
On‑Site
Benefits
Paid Time Off
8 paid, closed‑clinic holidays
Health Insurance, including dental and vision
401(k) Plan with match
Professional Development Fund
Employee Assistance Program
Pay Starting at $22.00/hour
Beacon Company Mission To meet patients wherever they are on their cancer journey and walk with them on that journey; to provide compassionate, personalized cancer care for an unparalleled patient experience.
Beacon Core Values Compassion. Grace. Honesty. Humor. Respect. Trust.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Other
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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