Authorization Coordinator

Authorization Coordinator – Temporary Employment

Job Summary

Duration is approximately 6 months with the possibility of extension.

As a patient-focused organization, UCSF Medical Center exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. UCSF Medical Center seeks faculty and staff committed to the values of professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity, and excellence that are integral to our mission.

Responsibilities

• Support various administrative functions including CRM messages, telephone encounters, referrals, APeX in-baskets, scanning, filing, authorizations, and billing.
• Ensure accurate and timely communication between patients, clinical staff, and departments to optimize unit efficiency.
• Maintain routine clerical operations and uphold UCSF's House and Telephone Standards.
• Collaborate with colleagues to respond to evolving priorities and contribute to a team-oriented work environment.
• Play a key role in service recovery efforts and patient experience improvement initiatives.
• Provide coverage across multiple UCSF campuses as needed and scheduled.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

To see the salary range for this position, note the job code and search : TCS Non-Academic Titles Search

Offer decisions will consider the experience of the final candidate and the current salary level of UCSF staff in similar roles. If roles are covered by a bargaining unit, there will be specific rules about placement on the salary range. For benefits information, please visit the UC compensation and benefits site.

The salary and benefits information and related links are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change.

Department Description

UCSF's Temporary Employment Program (TEP) recruits and hires temporary employees for immediate clerical and technical support services to UCSF Departments and various off-campus locations. UCSF departments deploy temporary employees to work on special projects, fill in for regular employees on leave, or temporarily fill a vacant position during recruitment. Temporary employees may become candidates for future career and limited appointment positions.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community with a commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity, and excellence—the PRIDE values. UCSF is also committed to equity in care and in its workforce, aiming to build a broadly diverse community and cultivate culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Organization

TEP

Job Code and Payroll Title

PRACTICE CRD 3

Job Category

Administrative Support, Professional and Managerial, Support Services, Temporary Employment

Bargaining Unit

Teamsters Local 2010 - Clerical and Allied Services Unit (CX)

Employee Class

Temporary Employment

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Mount Zion (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

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