Authorization Specialist Jobs
Authorization Specialist jobs are open across healthcare, insurance, financial services, and government contracting, from entry-level to senior and supervisory roles, with specializations in medical prior authorization, financial transaction approvals, and access management. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Full-Time
Day Shift
Department
COH-Precertification Dept
Shift Details
Day Shift, Monday-Friday; 8:00a-4:30p
Job ID
wd-JR137333
Posted
June 15, 2026
Authorization Specialist
Join a team that delivers excellence.
Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.
Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a health care organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.
Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.
Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.
LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.
Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.
Summary
Obtains benefits and authorizations for surgical procedures, diagnostic testing, medications, outgoing referrals, and other services as part of daily operations. Determines the authorization protocols for each health plan and performs billing duties to ensure proper and timely payment is received from insurance carriers and patients.
Job Duties
- Collaborates with physicians and provider office staff in ascertaining the appropriate authorization based on medical necessity and the treatment plan provided.
- Performs a medical necessity check to determine if procedure and diagnosis support medical necessity.
- Ensures authorizations are obtained in accordance to network policy (any authorization not falling into policy guidelines is communicated to ordering office, patient, and manager).
- Communicates direct/indirect with insurance companies to obtain insurance verification, benefits and precertification for approval.
- Verifies additional clinical information and insurance authorizations/referrals.
- Reviews and monitors WQs/schedules to ensure that proper and accurate authorization has been received prior to patient’s visit.
- Maintains compliance with benchmark data regarding accounts registered versus scheduled procedures.
- Determines estimated patient financial responsibility using insurance verification information and payer contracts and/or self-pay guidelines.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma/GED with specialized training in insurance, coding, billing, or similar healthcare certificate programs.
- 1 year in a healthcare setting with insurance verification/authorizations.
- Familiarity with billing procedures and payer reimbursement.
- Knowledge of patient rights and laws relative to those rights, such as HIPAA.
- Proficient in utilization management processes, standards, and managed care.
- Proficient in standard medical practices and insurance benefit structures.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.
Location
REMOTE IN PENNSYLVANIA
1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd, 18103, Allentown, United States (Map)
Full-Time
Day Shift
Department
COH-Precertification Dept
Shift Details
Day Shift, Monday-Friday; 8:00a-4:30p
Job ID
wd-JR137333
Posted
June 15, 2026
Authorization Specialist
Join a team that delivers excellence.
Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.
Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a health care organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.
Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.
Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.
LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.
Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.
Summary
Obtains benefits and authorizations for surgical procedures, diagnostic testing, medications, outgoing referrals, and other services as part of daily operations. Determines the authorization protocols for each health plan and performs billing duties to ensure proper and timely payment is received from insurance carriers and patients.
Job Duties
- Collaborates with physicians and provider office staff in ascertaining the appropriate authorization based on medical necessity and the treatment plan provided.
- Performs a medical necessity check to determine if procedure and diagnosis support medical necessity.
- Ensures authorizations are obtained in accordance to network policy (any authorization not falling into policy guidelines is communicated to ordering office, patient, and manager).
- Communicates direct/indirect with insurance companies to obtain insurance verification, benefits and precertification for approval.
- Verifies additional clinical information and insurance authorizations/referrals.
- Reviews and monitors WQs/schedules to ensure that proper and accurate authorization has been received prior to patient’s visit.
- Maintains compliance with benchmark data regarding accounts registered versus scheduled procedures.
- Determines estimated patient financial responsibility using insurance verification information and payer contracts and/or self-pay guidelines.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma/GED with specialized training in insurance, coding, billing, or similar healthcare certificate programs.
- 1 year in a healthcare setting with insurance verification/authorizations.
- Familiarity with billing procedures and payer reimbursement.
- Knowledge of patient rights and laws relative to those rights, such as HIPAA.
- Proficient in utilization management processes, standards, and managed care.
- Proficient in standard medical practices and insurance benefit structures.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.
Location
REMOTE IN PENNSYLVANIA
1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd, 18103, Allentown, United States (Map)
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Penn State Health4
- Hartford HealthCare2
- Herbert J. Thomas Memorial Hospital Association2
- Kaleida Health2
- Lehigh Valley Health Network2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services32
- Technology & Software2
- Agriculture & Farming1
- Consulting & Professional Services1
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in authorization specialist jobs.
- Experience processing prior authorization requests using payer portals or internal workflow systems
- Knowledge of medical terminology, CPT codes, ICD codes, or insurance benefit structures
- Proficiency with electronic health record or authorization platforms such as Epic or Availity
- Strong written and verbal communication for coordinating with providers, payers, or internal teams
- Associate or bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, business, or a related field
- Certification such as Certified Authorization Specialist or Registered Health Information Technician preferred
Tips for Your Authorization Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to the request type
Authorization specialist roles in healthcare prior auth differ sharply from those in financial services or access management. Identify which type you're applying to and rewrite your bullet points to reflect the specific request workflows, approval systems, and turnaround standards that domain expects.
List every platform and system you've used
Hiring managers screen for tools like Epic, Availity, Macess, or ServiceNow depending on the industry. Name the exact systems you've worked in, the volume of requests you processed, and the decision criteria you applied. Vague software mentions cost you interviews that specific ones win.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists authorization specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by the authorization type you know
Prior auth in a clinical setting requires familiarity with CPT codes and payer guidelines. Financial authorization roles prioritize fraud detection and compliance workflows. Applying to roles that match your specific authorization background dramatically increases your callback rate over casting a wide net.
Prepare a case walkthrough for your interview
Interviewers routinely ask you to walk through a denial, an escalation, or a high-urgency request you handled. Prepare two or three concrete examples with the request type, the challenge, the decision criteria you used, and the outcome. Vague answers about 'following process' don't differentiate you.
Negotiate using turnaround and accuracy data
When you reach the offer stage, quantify your value with metrics you can verify: average decision time, denial overturn rate, or daily volume managed. Employers in authorization-heavy environments respond to throughput and accuracy numbers far more than to general statements about attention to detail.
Authorization Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most authorization specialists?
The companies hiring the most authorization specialists right now include Penn State Health, Hartford HealthCare, and Herbert J. Thomas Memorial Hospital Association, with the largest share of openings in New York, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Health systems, regional insurers, and revenue cycle management firms consistently account for the bulk of demand.
How many authorization specialist jobs are remote?
About 21% of authorization specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, driven largely by insurers and revenue cycle management companies that have moved authorization workflows off-site. Roles tied to direct patient intake or on-site provider coordination remain more likely to require in-person work.
How do you become an authorization specialist?
Most authorization specialists start by completing an associate or bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, business, or a related field. From there, entry-level roles in medical billing, patient access, or insurance verification build the core skills. Earning a recognized certification in authorization or health information strengthens your candidacy and can accelerate your move into dedicated authorization roles.
Can you get hired as an authorization specialist with little experience?
You can get hired with limited experience if you demonstrate familiarity with the underlying processes. Completing a medical terminology course, learning how insurance benefit structures work, or gaining experience in a patient access or billing support role closes the gap most employers cite. Highlighting accuracy, communication, and the ability to follow payer-specific criteria matters more than years of direct title experience at the entry level.
What does the authorization specialist interview process look like?
Most authorization specialist interviews include a phone screen focused on your familiarity with authorization workflows and any systems you've used, followed by one or two rounds with a supervisor or team lead. Expect scenario-based questions about handling urgent requests, managing denials, or coordinating with providers under time pressure. Some employers add a short written or system-based assessment to test attention to detail.
Where can I find and apply to authorization specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to authorization specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and authorization specialty, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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