Health Services Specialist

Posted 5hrs ago

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Health Services Specialist coordinating provider and member healthcare requests for Comagine Health, a nonprofit healthcare consulting organization. Managing documentation, authorizations, records, and non-clinical care coordination remotely in Washington State.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist healthcare providers with submitting medical service requests, using online provider portals, understanding documentation requirements, and navigating medical management processes
  • Receive and coordinate referrals, prior authorization requests, utilization review cases, and case management requests through electronic portals, phone, fax, and other communication channels
  • Verify service requests are complete and accurate, identify missing medical information, and follow up with providers or other appropriate contacts
  • Answer inbound calls, respond to provider and member questions, document interactions, and help resolve routine inquiries and concerns
  • Enter information into electronic healthcare management systems, upload medical documentation, organize case files, and maintain detailed records
  • Work alongside clinical reviewers and physicians to process review outcomes, verify determination information, and prepare accurate notification letters
  • Help schedule assessments, coordinate transportation or accommodation requests, obtain necessary consents, and assist with non-clinical care coordination
  • Communicate with nurses, physicians, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to support timely processing of requests
  • Complete scripted clinical review screenings and refer cases requiring clinical judgment to qualified clinical staff
  • Communicate service determinations to providers following physician review, as directed
  • Support quality assurance reviews, training activities, and process improvements
  • Assist with case closure and maintain compliance with program requirements

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • At least 2 years of related work or customer service experience
  • At least 1 year of experience working in a healthcare setting
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent attention to detail, organization, and follow-through
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy
  • Strong customer service skills and a professional, solutions-focused approach
  • Ability to work collaboratively with healthcare providers, clinical professionals, and team members
  • Comfort using computers, electronic records, and multiple software applications
  • Preferred: 2 or more years of healthcare experience
  • Preferred: Experience as a Medical Assistant, Nursing Assistant, Patient Services Representative, Medical Office Specialist, or Healthcare Coordinator
  • Preferred: Post-secondary education or certification in healthcare administration or a related field
  • Preferred: Familiarity with prior authorizations, utilization management, medical terminology, case management, or insurance processes
  • Preferred: Experience working with electronic health records, healthcare portals, or medical management systems
  • No professional healthcare license is required for this position