Authorization Specialist Jobs in New York
Authorization Specialist jobs in New York are in strong demand, concentrated in healthcare, insurance, and financial services, with openings at every level from entry-level coordinators through senior specialists. New York City, Buffalo, and Albany are the busiest hiring markets, home to major employers like Northwell Health, UnitedHealth Group, and MetLife, which maintain large authorization and managed care teams across the state. The most in-demand specialties include prior authorization for specialty pharmacy, medical necessity review, and insurance utilization management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Title: Medication Authorization Specialist
Location: Rochester General MOB (1415 Portland Avenue, Rochester, NY 14621)
Department: Pharmacy
Hours Per Week: 20 Hours, Part-time
Schedule: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 8a-4p or 8:30a-5p
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and submit medication prior authorization requests to insurance companies, ensuring timely approvals.
- Monitor, track, and follow up on prior authorizations, step therapy requirements, and appeals processes.
- Communicate with providers to obtain necessary clinical documentation for insurance submissions.
- Assist patients in applying for pharmaceutical assistance foundation programs, grants, and/or co pay programs.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of manufacturer support programs and eligibility requirements.
- Track patient enrollment status and renewal needs for financial programs.
- Contact patients to explain coverage decisions, out-of-pocket costs, and available financial options.
- Provide empathetic, patient-centered support to help navigate financial barriers to care.
- Serve as a key point of contact for patients regarding their cardiology medication access issues.
- Document all activities accurately and timely in the Electronic Health Records (EHR).
- Work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and administrative staff to streamline access workflows.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance patient experience and medication access efficiency.
- All other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associates Degree in healthcare administration or business preferred.
- Experience with prior authorizations, pharmacy or specialty medications preferred.
- Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent communication skills including both oral and written as well as interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle simultaneous tasks paying great attention to detail.
- Flexibility and ability to work as a team player.
- Understanding of managed care, formularies, and payer policies.
- Experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems.
- Strong verbal and written skills for interacting with providers, patients, and insurers.
- Ability to pay attention to detail and ability to manage high volumes of requests with accuracy.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 2 years work experience in a healthcare settings, medical billing, pharmacy, or insurance verification.
Required Licensure/Certification:
- N/A
Education:
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
Physical Requirements:
M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.
For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.
Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.
PAY RANGE:
$18.00 - $25.00
CITY:
Rochester
POSTAL CODE:
14621
The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.
Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Job Title: Medication Authorization Specialist
Location: Rochester General MOB (1415 Portland Avenue, Rochester, NY 14621)
Department: Pharmacy
Hours Per Week: 20 Hours, Part-time
Schedule: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 8a-4p or 8:30a-5p
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and submit medication prior authorization requests to insurance companies, ensuring timely approvals.
- Monitor, track, and follow up on prior authorizations, step therapy requirements, and appeals processes.
- Communicate with providers to obtain necessary clinical documentation for insurance submissions.
- Assist patients in applying for pharmaceutical assistance foundation programs, grants, and/or co pay programs.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of manufacturer support programs and eligibility requirements.
- Track patient enrollment status and renewal needs for financial programs.
- Contact patients to explain coverage decisions, out-of-pocket costs, and available financial options.
- Provide empathetic, patient-centered support to help navigate financial barriers to care.
- Serve as a key point of contact for patients regarding their cardiology medication access issues.
- Document all activities accurately and timely in the Electronic Health Records (EHR).
- Work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and administrative staff to streamline access workflows.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance patient experience and medication access efficiency.
- All other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associates Degree in healthcare administration or business preferred.
- Experience with prior authorizations, pharmacy or specialty medications preferred.
- Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems and Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent communication skills including both oral and written as well as interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle simultaneous tasks paying great attention to detail.
- Flexibility and ability to work as a team player.
- Understanding of managed care, formularies, and payer policies.
- Experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems.
- Strong verbal and written skills for interacting with providers, patients, and insurers.
- Ability to pay attention to detail and ability to manage high volumes of requests with accuracy.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 2 years work experience in a healthcare settings, medical billing, pharmacy, or insurance verification.
Required Licensure/Certification:
- N/A
Education:
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
Physical Requirements:
M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.
For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.
Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.
PAY RANGE:
$18.00 - $25.00
CITY:
Rochester
POSTAL CODE:
14621
The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.
Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Authorization Specialist Job Market in New York
A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Kaleida Health2
- Albany Medical Center1
- Bassett Healthcare Network1
- General Physician, P.C.1
- Glens Falls Hospital1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services7
- Education1
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in authorization specialist jobs across New York.
- Active New York State health insurance license or authorization credential where required by employer
- Experience with medical necessity criteria and payer-specific prior authorization processes
- Proficiency in electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding relevant to authorization workflows
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for payer and provider correspondence
- Associate or bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, business, or a related field
Authorization Specialist Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a authorization specialist in New York?
Most authorization specialist roles in New York require at minimum an associate degree in healthcare administration, medical billing, or a related field, though many employers prefer a bachelor's degree. No single state-issued license is universally required, but employers frequently expect familiarity with New York State Department of Financial Services insurance regulations and managed care standards. Certifications such as the Certified Referral and Authorization Specialist credential strengthen applications considerably and are recognized by major New York health systems and insurers.
Which companies hire authorization specialists in New York?
Employers hiring authorization specialists in New York right now include Kaleida Health, Albany Medical Center, and Bassett Healthcare Network, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's dense concentration of large hospital systems, regional health plans, and national insurance carriers operating state offices means authorization roles appear consistently across both the metropolitan area and upstate markets.
Which New York cities have the most authorization specialist jobs?
Buffalo, Catskill, and Cooperstown have the most authorization specialist openings in New York. New York City dominates because of its concentration of major health systems, insurance company regional offices, and specialty pharmacy operations, while Buffalo and Albany generate steady demand through large regional medical centers and state government health programs that require ongoing authorization staffing.
Are there remote authorization specialist jobs in New York?
Yes, and more than most healthcare-adjacent roles, since authorization work is largely desk-based and system-driven rather than hands-on. About 25% of authorization specialist openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how broadly payers and health systems have adopted distributed teams. Prior authorization review, appeals processing, and utilization management coordination are the functions most frequently posted as fully remote.
How can I get hired as a authorization specialist in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into authorization from a medical receptionist, patient access, or medical billing role at a New York clinic or hospital, since those positions build the coding and payer familiarity employers want. Northwell Health and NYC Health and Hospitals both run new-hire training tracks that bring candidates up to speed on authorization workflows. Earning a Certified Referral and Authorization Specialist credential before applying gives candidates a measurable edge over others at the same experience level.
Where can I find and apply to authorization specialist jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to authorization specialist jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current New York openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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