Precertification Specialist (Temporary Placement), Radiology Admin & General, Full Time, Day

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This is a temporary position with an anticipated duration of 6 months.

Position Summary

Responsible for obtaining and providing accurate and complete data input for precertification/preauthorization from physician offices and insurance companies. Education Associate`s degree preferred. Experience Healthcare experience required, preferably in Radiology. Knowledge of medical coding preferred. Medical terminology knowledge required. Minimum of 2-3 years of healthcare or physician`s office related experience in obtaining and handling pre-authorization Skills Effective communication and writing skills, ability to articulate and use proper spelling and grammar. Effective interpersonal skills to work cooperatively with co-workers and other staff. Effective presentation skills. Effective critical thinking-analytical, problem-solving, decision making, prioritizing, time management, etc. Ability to multitask and pay attention to details, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency and composure. Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English. Typing and/or keyboarding skills at a minimum of 50 wpm. Medical terminology. Job Location The Valley Health System-Ridgewood Shift Day (United States of America) Benefits Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees) Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees) Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.) 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness Retirement Plan Tuition Assistance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities Salary Joining Valley Health System means becoming part of a dedicated team that values the highest quality of care in a supportive environment. In our commitment to high performance and reliability, we encourage and recognize exceptional individual performance through our industry leading compensation practices including a starting salary and benefits in accordance with your role, experience, education, and licensure. Actual individual salaries vary depending on these factors. The salary listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits. Pay Range: $24.14 - $30.17 (per hour) EEO Statement Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment. Valley Health System is proud of our commitment to improving the lives of our patients, our staff, and the communities we serve. When you join Valley, you’re joining a team of people who believe in delivering quality care in a supportive environment where top performance is both nurtured and recognized. Our culture is built on going the extra mile, doing what’s right, and always striving to be better together.