Accessible, quality health care guided by local innovation.
Health Services Authorization Coordinator II
Location
California
Posted
41 days ago
Salary
$20 - $28 / hour
Seniority
Senior
No structured requirement data.
Job Description
Health Services Authorization Coordinator II
Central California Alliance for Health
Title: Health Services Authorization Coordinator II (Temporary) Location: Mariposa County, California; Merced County, California; Monterey County, California; San Benito County, California; Santa Cruz County, California Job Description: We believe every candidate deserves thoughtful consideration. That's why we do not use AI or automated systems to review applications. Every application is reviewed by a real human member of our team. Because we take the time to give each submission the attention it deserves, our review process may take a little longer - and we genuinely appreciate your patience as we work through applications carefully and respectfully. SERVICE AREA PREFERENCE While we encourage all interested applicants to apply, we do give priority to those who live in, or near, our service counties: Santa Cruz, Monterey, Merced, San Benito, and Mariposa. Our mission of accessible, quality health care guided by local innovation leads everything we do, and having team members who are connected to the communities we serve strengthens our ability to deliver on that commitment. ABOUT THIS TEMP POSITION This is a temporary position and the length of assignment is estimated to go from May 2026 through December 2026. The length of the assignment is always dependent on business need and dates may change. While the assignment would be at the Alliance, if selected, you would be an employee of a temporary employment agency that we would connect you with. WHAT YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR Reporting to the Health Services Authorizations Supervisor, this position: - Processes basic to complex incoming treatment and referral authorization requests and verifies member plan eligibility - Performs complex research on member authorization requests WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL To read the full position description and list of requirements, click here. - Knowledge of: - Medical terminology or billing codes procedures - The principles and practices of customer service - Standard business office practices and equipment - Ability to: - Verify eligibility information utilizing various organizational sources - Interpret, explain and apply processes, policies and procedures - Quickly learn each line of business conducted by the health plan - Identify, maintain, and protect Personal Health Information in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and follow Alliance policies and procedures to ensure the security of such information - Education and Experience: - High School Diploma or equivalent - Three years of experience in the health care field, including a minimum of one year of experience performing health services authorization coordination duties (an Associate's degree may substitute for one year of the general health care experience); or an equivalent combination of education and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be qualifying OTHER INFORMATION - We are in a hybrid work environment, and we anticipate that the interview process will take place remotely via Microsoft Teams. - While some staff may work full telecommuting schedules, attendance at quarterly company-wide events or department meetings will be expected. - In-office or in-community presence may be required for some positions and is dependent on business need. Details about this can be reviewed during the interview process. - This is a temporary position and does not provide the benefits that are listed below (this is standard language from our regular job posts and cannot be altered or removed). Temporary employees on assignment at the Alliance will be connected to a staffing agency with separate benefit options. COMPENSATION INFORMATION - Zone 1 Pay Range: $22.13 - $28.77 Typical areas in Zone 1: Santa Cruz, San Benito, and Monterey Counties, Bay Area, Sacramento, Los Angeles and San Diego areas - Zone 2 Pay Range: $20.79 - $27.02 Typical areas in Zone 2: Mariposa and Merced Counties, Fresno area, Bakersfield, Eastern California, San Luis Obispo area, and the Central Valley (except Sacramento) The applicable salary ranges are based on work location and are aligned to a zone according to the cost of labor in your area. All ranges are subject to change in the future. We are happy to answer any questions that you have or share the applicable pay zone for your location if it's not one of the typical areas listed. You can reach out to careers@thealliance.health, and a member from our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch. The posted hiring ranges represent a good‑faith estimate of what a temporary employee would be paid on this assignment. Final compensation will be determined by our compensation philosophy, analysis of the selected candidate's qualifications (direct or transferable experience related to the position, education, or training), as well as other factors (internal equity, market factors, and geographic location). OUR BENEFITS Available for all regular Alliance employees working more than 30 hours per week. Some benefits are available on a pro-rated basis for part-time employees. These benefits are unavailable to temporary employees while on an assignment with the Alliance. - Medical, Dental and Vision Plans - Ample Paid Time Off - 12 Paid Holidays per year - 401(a) Retirement Plan - 457 Deferred Compensation Plan - Robust Health and Wellness Program - Onsite EV Charging Stations ABOUT US We are a group of over 500 dedicated employees, committed to our mission of providing accessible, quality health care that is guided by local innovation. We feel that our work is bigger than ourselves. We leave work each day knowing that we made a difference in the community around us. Join us at Central California Alliance for Health (the Alliance), where you will be part of a culture that is respectful, diverse, professional and fun, and where you are empowered to do your best work. As a regional non-profit health plan, we serve members in Mariposa, Merced, Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz counties. To learn more about us, take a look at our Fact Sheet. The Alliance is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. We are an E-Verify participating employer At this time the Alliance does not provide any type of sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, ongoing basis without current or future needs for any type of employer supported or provided sponsorship.
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