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Ascertain

Prior Authorization Assistant, Oncology

Ascertain

. Process prior authorizations directly, often at high volume .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $45,000 - $65,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in prior authorization processes, particularly in Oncology, while effectively collaborating with healthcare providers and internal teams to enhance operational efficiency. Proficient in managing high-volume authorization requests and maintaining compliance with insurance protocols.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Prior Authorization ExperienceOncology Billing ExpertiseAthenahealth ProficiencyNextGen FamiliarityInsurance Policy Knowledge

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Hard Skills
Prior Authorization ProcessingInsurance VerificationMedical Documentation GatheringWorkflow StreamliningAutomated Submission Oversight
Soft Skills
Collaborative CommunicationDetail-OrientedEmpathetic InteractionsAdaptabilityProcess Improvement Mindset
Industry Keywords
Healthcare ProvidersC-Suite EngagementMajor PayorsAdministrative BurdensAuthorization Status Monitoring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Process prior authorizations directly, often at high volume
  • Serve as a go-to resource for other Ascertain Assistants
  • Collaborate with Ascertain leadership and product teams to shape the AI-powered prior authorization solution
  • Work closely with healthcare providers to reduce administrative burdens and streamline workflows
  • Manually process authorizations and oversee automated submissions for office visit referrals, procedures, pharmaceuticals, and more
  • Review and verify insurance information and patient eligibility
  • Gather medical documentation and information from healthcare providers
  • Submit prior authorization requests to insurance companies following established protocols
  • Monitor and track authorization requests for timely processing and resolution
  • Respond to inquiries from providers, patients, and insurance companies about authorization status
  • Maintain accurate records of authorization requests, approvals, and denials
  • Collaborate with internal teams to resolve authorization issues and improve process efficiency
  • Stay updated on insurance policies, regulations, and industry trends related to prior authorizations
  • Help shape workflows as the role evolves into a hybrid operations and technology position

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 4+ years of experience with prior authorization and billing in Oncology
  • Experience with athenahealth and or NextGen
  • Familiarity with major payors including UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, etc.
  • Experience with client relationships is a bonus
  • Hands-on leadership experience, such as Team Lead, Supervisor, or informal leadership, is a bonus
  • Experience engaging with C-suite executives is a bonus
  • Detail-oriented, meticulous, and accurate
  • Collaborative communication with providers, teammates, and cross-functional stakeholders
  • Adaptable to manual workflows and AI-powered tools
  • Empathetic and professional interactions with healthcare providers and patients
  • Process-driven approach to established workflows and process improvement

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Offers equity
  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • Competitive compensation
  • Cutting-edge technology: Work directly with the latest advancements in generative AI and automation
  • Ownership & growth with significant opportunities for career advancement
  • Collaborative team with talented, passionate, and supportive colleagues