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Prior Authorization Specialist (In-House)

CompanyKonza Prairie Community Health Center
LocationJunction City
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 7, 2026
About The Company
Konza Prairie Community Health Center has been serving the Geary County and surrounding region for more than 25 years, providing affordable, quality, comprehensive medical, dental, and behavioral healthcare for all.
About the Role

Description

Want to use your insurance and referral expertise to make a real impact in your community? At Konza Prairie Community Health Center, your work helps ensure patients receive timely specialty care and critical diagnostic services.


We are seeking a detail-oriented Prior Authorization Specialist to manage prior authorizations, referrals, and medical record coordination to support continuity of care and accurate reimbursement.


Pay & Schedule

  • Competitive starting wage of $16.68+ per hour, based on experience and qualifications. 
  • Full-time, Monday–Friday - Clinics close at 2:00 pm every Friday.

In addition to competitive pay, full-time employees accrue up to 200 hours (5 weeks) of PTO per year! Enjoy employer retirement match contributions and early Friday clinic closures — supporting a strong work-life balance. 


Responsibilities

  • Obtain, process, and track prior authorizations for referrals and diagnostic imaging
  • Coordinate with insurance companies, hospitals, and specialty providers
  • Close referral loops and follow up on consult notes and results
  • Manage incoming lab results, imaging reports, faxes, and medical records within the EMR
  • Process pharmacy refill requests and provider communications
  • Review records for completeness and retrieve missing documentation
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Minimum 1 year of EMR experience required
  • 2+ years of patient-facing medical experience preferred
  • Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, HMOs, PPOs, and insurance processes preferred
  • Family practice or hospital experience preferred

Benefits at Konza Prairie Community Health Center

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Comprehensive coverage for you and your family
  • Generous PTO – Accrue up to 200 hours (5 weeks) annually
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match – Employer contributions to help secure your future
  • Employee Healthcare Discounts – Insured employees receive discounts on Konza’s in-house medical, dental, and pharmacy services
  • Early Friday Closures – Clinics close at 2:00 pm every Friday

Join a team committed to expanding access to quality healthcare and strengthening the well-being of our communities. 

Key Skills
Prior AuthorizationsReferrals ManagementMedical Record CorrespondenceInsurance Companies CoordinationElectronic Medical RecordsCustomer ServiceHealthcare Payment MethodologiesMedicareMedicaidHMOsPPOsFax ManagementData CategorizationQuality ImprovementScheduling Medical Services
Categories
HealthcareAdministrativeCustomer Service & Support
Benefits
Medical CoverageDental CoverageVision CoveragePaid Time Off403(b) Retirement Plan With Employer MatchEmployee Discounts
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
This role involves coordinating patient care by managing all aspects of prior authorizations, referrals, and medical record correspondence to ensure accuracy and timeliness. Key duties include collaborating with third parties to obtain authorizations, processing requests, managing refill requests, and sorting/filing medical records.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
77
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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