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Healthcare Administrative Assistant – Prior Authorizations

Overview

Our client is looking for a Healthcare Administrative Assistant to streamline administrative workflows and ensure seamless patient care operations. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in managing insurance prior authorizations, completing critical provider paperwork, and coordinating directly with insurance carriers. It is an ideal opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with mental health administrative experience seeking a flexible, remote position with a growing psychiatric practice.

Schedule:

  • Part-Time (20 hours per week) flexible during client business hours

Responsibilities

  • Handle the full lifecycle of prior authorization requests for psychiatric services
  • Process and manage insurance prior authorizations from submission through approval
  • Complete and submit disability paperwork and related clinical documentation on behalf of the provider
  • Coordinate with insurance companies to verify coverage and resolve authorization issues
  • Maintain organized records of all authorization requests, statuses, and outcomes
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for insurance-related administrative tasks
  • Support general administrative tasks related to the day-to-day operations of a psychiatric practice
  • Gradually take on additional administrative responsibilities as the practice scales
  • Ensure compliance with healthcare documentation standards and timelines
  • Collaborate directly with the provider to align on priorities and workflow

Requirements

  • 2–5 years of experience in healthcare administration, preferably in a mental health or psychiatric setting
  • Strong understanding of insurance authorization processes and healthcare documentation
  • Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
  • High level of attention to detail and accuracy when handling sensitive patient information
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Independent Contractor Perks

  • Permanent work from home
  • Immediate hiring

Note

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Healthcare Administrative Assistant – Prior Authorizations

Job Category

Administration

Job Type

Part Time (20 - 34 Hours per week)

Work Schedule and Timezone

Eastern Standard Time

Published on

Aug 31 2026

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