Penn Highlands Healthcare has been awarded on the Forbes list of Best-in-State Employers 2022. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statistica Inc., the world leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider.Summary:AS AN AUTHORIZATION ASSISTANT, you will be responsible for obtaining all authorizations of outpatient testing. You will schedule the outpatient testing with the outpatient scheduling department and informs the patient of the appointment and any instructions for testing. Other information:QUALIFICATIONS:-High School Diploma or equivalent-Prior experience in a physician office practice, Preferred-OR completion of a medical assistant program with 2 years hands on experience performing clinical duties, Preferred-Prior administrative office procedures within a physician office, Required-Knowledge and experience in Payor Authorization Requirements, Required-CPR Certification within the first year of hire-NHA or NCCT Medical Assistant Certification, Preferred
WHAT WE OFFER:- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Generous and Affordable Medical Benefit Package
- Free Parking
BENEFITS:- Medical, Dental, and Vision offered the first month after start date
- Paid Time Off
- 401k retirement plan with company match after vesting
- Short Term disability coverage
- Life Insurance
- Flex Spending Account
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)