[Hiring] Insurance Verification Authorization Supervisor @UTHealth (University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston)

Role Description

UTHealth seeks a detail-oriented Supervisor, Insurance Authorization Verification, to support patient access. This role verifies eligibility, secures authorizations, and confirms benefits to ensure accurate billing and a seamless patient experience.

• Payer communication
• Documenting approvals
• Resolving coverage issues
• Supervising staff
• Auditing workflows for accuracy and compliance

Requires strong attention to detail, professionalism, and healthcare insurance knowledge. Skills needed include:

• Epic
• Excel
• Leadership
• Analytical skills
• AR follow-up

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Business or equivalent required
• May substitute required education with equivalent years of experience beyond the minimum experience requirement

Requirements

• 3 years of experience working with various insurance companies, and extensive knowledge of billing and collections for various types of commercial and governmental plans required
• 2 years of experience in Patient Access or Revenue Cycle operations preferred
• 1 year of experience in a leadership role preferred
• Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects

Benefits

• 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
• Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
• The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
• Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
• Awesome retirement/pension plan
• Free financial and legal counseling
• Free mental health counseling services
• Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
• Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
• Resources for child and elder care
• Plus many more!

Company Description

UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care.